GERD Medication
treatments
H2 blocker drugs
Revolution Health
The H2 blocker is a type of GERD medication that reduces the amount of acid the stomach produces. Learn about these medicines and their side effects in this article.
Is your GERD medication working?
Healthology
Watch this video, focused on over-the-counter drugs, to learn about your GERD treatment options. Find out how to determine whether the drug you're taking is actually working.
Prokinetic medicines
iVillage Total Health
Another type of GERD medication, called a prokinetic drug, keeps acid out of the esophagus by stimulating stomach muscles. Find out about these drugs and their side effects.
Proton pump inhibitor drugs
Consumer Reports
A common type of GERD medication is the proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Research your PPI options and download a detailed report on effectiveness and cost.
Understand your many options
eMedicine Health
Numerous GERD medications exist to treat this uncomfortable digestive problem. Read about them here, including how they work and their side effects.
Over-the-counter choices
Family Doctor
There are so many GERD medications on drugstore shelves, but which one is best? Discover which drugs are right for you with this information about nonprescription options.
A dose of clarity
Nat'l Heartburn Alliance
The world of GERD medication can be complex. Clear up some of the confusion with this informative page about treating heartburn with drugs.
risks
No heart risk from PPIs
National Library of Medicine
An FDA review of several research studies showed that proton pump inhibitor medications for GERD do not pose a heart risk. Read more about the results to ease your mind.
Recent research found that long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for GERD increased the chance of hip fracture in older adults. Talk to your doctor about this risk.
Don't go it alone
WBZ TV
Treating yourself with over-the-counter GERD medications may seem like the simplest solution. Watch this video to find out why visiting a doctor is also important.
causes
Medicines that cause heartburn
Nat'l Heartburn Alliance
Have you noticed that your GERD gets worse when taking certain medications? Find out what drugs cause heartburn and how you can manage the symptoms.
alternatives
Natural treatment and prevention
Revolution Health
Would you like to take less GERD medication? Alternative treatments may be the answer. Learn about these options, and discuss them with your doctor.
Alternative therapies and more
University of Maryland
This article focuses on complementary and alternative medicine. It also offers general heartburn information as well as alternatives to GERD medication, including lifestyle changes, herbs and homeopathy.

