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Sucralfate, sold under various brand names, is a medication used to treat stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), radiation proctitis, and stomach inflammation and to prevent stress ulcers. [3][4][5] Its usefulness in people infected by H. pylori is limited. [3] It is used by mouth (for upper GIT ulcers) and rectally (for ...
A gastrointestinal cocktail, (also known as a GI cocktail or gastric cocktail), is a mixture of medications used to treat symptoms of dyspepsia. [1] The GI cocktail generally contains a mixture of viscous lidocaine, an antacid, and an anticholinergic. [1][2] The GI cocktail is commonly prescribed in the hospital or emergency department, and has ...
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion, or an upset stomach. [1] Some antacids have been used in the treatment of constipation and diarrhea. [2] Marketed antacids contain salts of aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium. [2] Some preparations contain a combination of two salts ...
Drugs in pregnancy. Women should speak to their doctor or healthcare professional before starting or stopping any medications while pregnant. [1] Non-essential drugs and medications should be avoided while pregnant. Tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, and illicit drug use while pregnant may be dangerous for the unborn baby and may lead to severe ...
"After 5 months of trying gave it a shot [and] got pregnant first try." "Trying to conceive for years just to take Mucinex and get pregnant," another TikTok user captioned a viral video with 2 ...
Heartburn, also known as pyrosis, cardialgia or acid indigestion, [2] is a burning sensation in the central chest or upper central abdomen. [3][4][5] Heartburn is usually due to regurgitation of gastric acid (gastric reflux) into the esophagus. It is the major symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). [6]
Famotidine. Famotidine, sold under the brand name Pepcid among others, is a histamine H 2 receptor antagonist medication that decreases stomach acid production. [4] It is used to treat peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. [4] It is taken by mouth or by injection into a vein. [4]
3. Drink More Water. Yup, that’s right. The humble glass of water can help with losing weight after pregnancy. Water can reduce your appetite and help you feel fuller. A 2022 review of studies ...