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Compare risks and benefits of common medications used for GERD. Find the most popular drugs, view ratings and user reviews.
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PPIs may be used for the treatment of: Acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Conditions characterized by an overproduction of stomach acid (such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome) Duodenal or stomach ulcers including those caused by NSAIDs.
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H2 antagonists block histamine-induced gastric acid secretion from the parietal cells of the gastric mucosa (lining of the stomach). H2 antagonists are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastrointestinal ulcers and other gastrointestinal hypersecretory conditions.
Dexilant is used to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and to heal erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid). Dexilant may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Omeprazole is used to treat excess stomach acid in conditions such as non cancerous stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease , active duodenal ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and erosive esophagitis.
There are several medications that can be used to treat GERD. They include: Over-the-counter acid buffers — Buffers neutralize acid. They include Mylanta, Maalox, Tums, Rolaids, and Gaviscon. The liquid forms of these medications work faster, but the tablets may be more convenient. Antacids that contain magnesium can cause diarrhea.
Pantoprazole is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Pantoprazole is usually given for up to 8 weeks at a time while your esophagus heals.
By neutralizing stomach acid, antacids relieve symptoms such as burning behind the breast bone or throat area (esophagus) caused by acid reflux, a bitter taste in the mouth, a persistent dry cough, pain when lying down, or regurgitation.