What is the best thing to take for acid reflux?
Antacids, such as Alka-Seltzer, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids, or Riopan, can neutralize the acid from your stomach. But they may cause diarrhea or constipation, especially if you overuse them. It’s best to use antacids that contain both magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide.
What is the over-the-counter medicine for acid reflux?
The proton-pump inhibitors esomeprazole (Nexium 24HR), lansoprazole (Prevacid 24HR), and omeprazole (Prilosec OTC) are sold over-the-counter to treat frequent heartburn (two or more times per week) for 14 days. These types of medicines are also available as higher-strength prescriptions.
Do Tums help acid reflux?
Yes, TUMS is indicated to treat acid indigestion as well as heartburn and upset stomach.
Does acid reflux go away?
Can GERD Go Away on Its Own? No, GERD is a potentially serious condition and it will not go away on its own. Untreated GERD can cause the esophagus to swell and all that stomach acid could potentially wear away the lining. It could even lead to esophageal cancer, which can be fatal.
What is safer Prilosec or Pepcid?
ANSWER: Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a much more effective suppressor of acid reflux than famotidine (Pepcid), and is more effective for most people — if it is used daily.
Is Tums or PEPCID better?
Pepcid (Famotidine) works well for heartburn but may not last as long or start working as quickly as other antacids. Tums (Calcium carbonate) is an effective, first-line medication for hearburn. Tums (Calcium carbonate) starts working in seconds.
Is Tums or Pepto Bismol better?
Compared with other antacids like Alka-Seltzer (sodium bicarbonate) and Maalox (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide), Tums has a slightly slower onset of action, but its effects may last longer. Pepto-Bismol is more effective for other uses such as treating diarrhea and H. pylori infections.