Amanda Gardner is a health reporter whose stories have appeared in cnn.com, health.com, cnn.com, WebMD, HealthDay, Self Magazine, the New York Daily News, Teachers & Writers Magazine, the Foreign ...

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Antacids are over-the-counter drugs that help relieve symptoms of pain and discomfort caused by conditions such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Antacids ...

Antacids provide fast relief by neutralizing stomach acid, but do not heal the esophageal lining. H2 antagonists reduce stomach acid and help, to some extent, heal the esophageal lining. PPIs may be ...

According to the NHS most of us will suffer with indigestion and its many symptoms at some point in our lives. And, for many, at this time of year, when we're eating lots of rich foods and more likely ...

Award-winning senior researcher/writer with 25 years' experience writing about wellbeing, covering everything from indigestion remedies to insect repellents. Heartburn might not be on your Christmas ...

Acid reflux can cause back pain, especially between the shoulder blades and across the upper back. Poor posture can worsen back pain linked to acid reflux by allowing more stomach acid to escape.

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Omeprazole usually works within one to four days to ease heartburn symptoms. Omeprazole should not be used for immediate relief of heartburn. If you stop taking omeprazole, normal stomach acid ...