Alginates also have proven efficacy. The aim of this trial was to compare short-term efficacy of an alginate (Gaviscon®, 4 × 10 mL/day) and omeprazole (20 mg/day) on GERD symptoms in general ...

To perform wireless pH testing: Your doctor performs an endoscopy and places a small chip in your lower esophagus The chip records the acid level in your esophagus for 48 hours. The chip transmits ...

Histamine 2 antagonists and PPIs have largely replaced antacids as primary treatment for most acid-peptic disorders; nevertheless, there is still a role for their use as they are inexpensive ...