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 cigarettes can trigger heartburn—the painful feeling that occurs when acidic stomach juices wash back into the esophagus. The products below may help to neutralize that acid. Also see acid reducers and upset stomach remedies.
| Product Name | Percent of Pharmacists' Votes |
|---|---|
| Tums |
38%
|
| Maalox |
23%
|
| Mylanta |
23%
|
| Gaviscon |
10%
|
| Rolaids |
3%
|
| Alka-Seltzer |
1%
|
| Gelusil |
1%
|
| Other |
1%
|
See Other Stomach and GI Products
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...
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...
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...
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