Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is when food or liquid travels from the stomach back up into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This partially digested material is usually acidic and can irritate the esophagus, often causing heartburn and other symptoms.

2023年4月11日 · 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.

Treatment for stomach ulcers usually involves a combination of medications which reduce acid secretion, protect the mucosa, and kill H. pylori bacteria (if present). This allows ulcers to heal and reduces the chance of them will come back.

2024年5月1日 · 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.

2024年12月2日 · Medicines are used to decrease stomach acid. Medicine may also be used to help your lower esophageal sphincter and stomach contract (tighten) more. Surgery is done to wrap the upper part of the stomach around the esophageal sphincter. This will strengthen the sphincter and prevent reflux. Treatment options

Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that is used to reduce the amount of acid in your stomach and it can be bad for your kidneys. It can cause acute kidney injury and may also worsen the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

2023年4月17日 · Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) reduce the production of acid by the stomach. They work by irreversibly blocking an enzyme called H+/K+ ATPase which controls acid production. This enzyme is also known as the proton pump and is …

Famotidine is a histamine-2 blocker that works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Famotidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too …

2024年8月26日 · Omeprazole may be used to treat certain stomach conditions by decreasing levels of stomach acid. Omeprazole reduces the production of stomach acid and works by irreversibly blocking the actions of an enzyme responsible for acid production, called H+/K+ ATPase (also known as the gastric proton pump).

2024年4月9日 · Gas-X is used to relieve painful pressure caused by excess gas in the stomach and intestines. This medicine is for use in babies, children, and adults. Gas-X may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.