Stomach and GI
Gas, heartburn, constipation – these tummy troubles pack an extra burn as they’re an uncomfortable feeling and sometimes uncomfortable to discuss. But rest assured, even if these stomach problems are taboo, just about everyone is in the same boat. (Did you know that the average person passes gas 13 to 21 times per day?) Luckily, you can find relief with over-the-counter products. Click on a product category below to see which products pharmacists recommend most often. Learn more about the pharmacist survey and Top Recommended Health Products here.
Recommended Products by Category
Acid Reducers
Heartburn is the result of stomach acid splashing back into the esophagus, which creates a burning feeling. Many of the products below help to reduce...
Antacids
Does that spicy burrito you just ate make it feel like your chest is on fire? Certain foods, including chocolate and coffee, as well as alcohol and...
Antidiarrheals
You're at a lunch meeting or on a date, and suddenly—you've really, really got to go. Diarrhea can be caused by a number of triggers...
Antiflatulence Products
The average person passes gas 13 to 21 times per day, according to the National Institutes of Health. While passing gas is normal, it's sometimes...
H2 Receptor Antagonists
Does heartburn keep you up at night? There are several over-the-counter treatment options to explore. H2 receptor antagonists help to reduce the...
Lactose Intolerance Products
Dairy foods like milk and cheese are packed with calcium, nutrients, and vitamins, but for people with lactose intolerance, dairy can be a source...
Laxatives—Bulk/ Fiber
Constipated? The products below work in the intestines by absorbing more water to help create bigger stools that your body gets the urge to move...
Laxatives—Nonfiber
Whether due to insufficient fiber, stress, eating disorders, or other reasons, constipation is something nearly everyone experiences at some point...
Laxatives—Stimulant
Constipation: Nearly everyone faces it at some point. The inability to pass a bowel movement can be frustrating and painful, but drinking plenty...
Nausea Remedies
Feeling queasy? The products below may help relieve nausea. While you're stocking the medicine cabinet with treatments for your tummy, also check...
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Proton pump inhibitors may help treat a number of acid-related stomach ailments. An enzyme in the stomach wall produces the acid that sometimes causes...
Stool Softeners
Constipation is no fun for anyone. But for those with heart conditions, hemorrhoids, and other ailments, straining to pass a bowel movement is not...
Upset Stomach Remedies
An upset stomach has plagued us all at some point, and will likely do so again. We just have to watch what we eat, wash our hands to prevent infections...
