2024年8月22日 · If you start taking a nonprescription medicine for GERD, be sure to inform your care provider. Prescription medicines. Prescription-strength treatments for GERD include: Prescription-strength proton pump inhibitors.

2022年5月13日 · Many nonprescription medications can help relieve heartburn. The options include: Antacids, which help neutralize stomach acid. Antacids may provide quick relief. But they can't heal an esophagus damaged by stomach acid. H2 blockers, which can reduce stomach acid. H2 blockers don't act as quickly as antacids, but they may provide longer relief.

2012年4月11日 · JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayo Clinic in Florida will be one of the first health care institutions in the United States to offer a newly approved device to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The condition, also known as acid reflux disease, can lead to serious health problems.

2019年11月21日 · While many people experience reflux from time to time, GERD is defined by reflux occurring weekly. Most people can manage the discomfort of GERD with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications. But some people with GERD may need stronger medications or surgery to ease symptoms.

2024年8月22日 · Many people experience acid reflux now and then. However, when acid reflux happens repeatedly over time, it can cause GERD. Most people can manage the discomfort of GERD with lifestyle changes and medicines. And though it's uncommon, some may need surgery to help with symptoms.

2025年4月1日 · To treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for erosive esophagitis: Adults—20 milligrams (mg) once a day for 4 to 8 weeks. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

2024年11月20日 · I'm having GERD due to a malformation of the cardia (https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/cardia). The doctor prescribed pantoprazole 40 mg, but it doesn't help. Another doctor wants to give me Dexlansoprazole, but after reading about it, I don't want to take it.

2024年1月11日 · Medicines and dietary supplements that may increase acid reflux and worsen GERD include: Anticholinergics, such as oxybutynin, prescribed for overactive bladder and irritable bowel syndrome. Tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline, and doxepin (Silenor).

2024年12月12日 · Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD—what’s the real difference? In this episode of Health Matters, gastroenterologist Dr. Dawn Francis breaks it down, explaining why an estimated 1 in 5 Americans experience frequent reflux symptoms.

2023年7月1日 · If necessary, occasional acid reflux can be treated with nonprescription medication, including: Antacids, such as Tums or Maalox. H-2-receptor blockers, such as cimetidine (Tagamet HB) or famotidine (Pepcid AC).