Over-the-counter treatments that may help. Before you use any treatments, first consult your medical professional.
Common treatments for Acid Reflux include:
Antacids Brand names include Mylanta, Maalox, Gelusil, and Rolaids.
Medications To Reduce Acid. Includes cimetidine (Tagamet HB), famotidine (Pepcid AC), nizatidine (Axid AR) or ranitidine (Zantac 75).
Medications That Block Acid Production Proton pump inhibitors serve to block acid production. Proton pump inhibitors include lansoprazole (Prevacid 24 HR) and omeprazole (Prilosec OTC).
Prescription Medication For Acid Reflux
H-2-receptor blockers. Includescimetidine (Tagamet), famotidine (Pepcid), nizatidine (Axid) and ranitidine (Zantac).
Proton Pump Inhibitors. Includes esomeprazole (Nexium), lansoprazole (Prevacid), omeprazole (Prilosec Rx), pantoprazole (Protonix) and rabeprazole (Aciphex).
Prokinetic Agents Helps empty the stomach. Can have side effects.
Surgery Can include surgery to reinforce the lower esophageal sphincter.
EndoCinch Endoluminal Gastroplication stitches placed in the stomach near the weakened sphincter.
Stretta System Creates scar tissue that forms as the esophagus heals helps to strengthen the muscles.
