Another type of heartburn medicine, called a prokinetic drug, keeps acid down by stimulating the stomach muscles. Find out about these drugs and their side effects.

There are so many heartburn medicines at the drugstore, but which one is best? Discover which medicine is right for you with this QA about nonprescription heartburn drugs.

A common type of heartburn medicine is the proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Find out your PPI options and download a detailed report on effectiveness and cost.

There are so many different heartburn medicines out there. Use this interactive comparison chart to learn more about them and how they differ.

The H2 blocker is a type of heartburn medicine that cuts down on the amount of acid the stomach produces. Get details on these drugs and their side effects in this article.

Watch this video, focused on over-the-counter medications, to learn about your heartburn drug options. Find out how to determine whether your treatment is working well.

An FDA review of multiple research studies showed that the PPI drugs Prilosec and Nexium do not pose a heart risk. Read more about the results to ease your mind.

Recent research found that proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a type of heartburn medication, increase the chance of hip fracture in older adults. Talk to your doctor about this risk.

Treating your heartburn with over-the-counter heartburn medicine may seem like the easiest option. Watch this video to find out why seeing a doctor is also important.

Have you noticed that your heartburn get worse when taking certain medications? Learn what drugs cause heartburn and how you can manage the symptoms.

Hoping to avoid taking heartburn medication? Natural treatments may be the answer. Learn about these alternatives, and discuss them with your doctor.

This article, focused on complementary and alternative medicine, offers some general heartburn information and presents alternatives to heartburn medicine, including lifestyle changes, herbs and homeopathy.