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How do you get rid of Heartburn?
Take antacids, sleep on left side when heartburn occurs, avoid spicy foods, soda, greasy foods, eat healthier if problem persists see a doc
What are antaacids?
Antacids are used to neutralize stomach acidity. You take antacids (such as Tums or Rolaids) when you experience heartburn or upset stomach.
What are the medicines that work against stomach acids which can cause heartburn?
Antacids.
Why does people take antacids when they have heartburn?
People take antacids to relieve heartburn because these medications neutralize stomach acid, providing quick relief from the burning sensation caused by acid reflux. Heartburn occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, irritating its lining. Antacids work by raising the pH level in the stomach, which alleviates discomfort and promotes a more neutral environment. They are a common over-the-counter solution for managing occasional heartburn symptoms.
What are the drugs on the market as medicated chewing gum prescribed for pregnant?
Antacids for heartburn relief.
What do antacids contain in them the helps smooth heart burns?
alkaloids, to counter the acids that cause heartburn
Can heartburn last for more than 1 day?
Heartburn, also known as acid indigestion, usually only lasts a few hours and is relieved by antacids. Chronic heartburn may require prescription medicines.
What are antacids for?
Antacids are used to neutralize the acid in the stomach. They are commonly used to treat heartburn and indigestion. Some well known antacid brands include Alka-Seltzer and Tums.
What salts are in antacids?
Antacids are medicine that counteract acidity. The different types of antacids are sodium antacids (Alka-seltzers), calcium antacids (Tums) and magnesium antacids (Maalox).
What are the potential side effects of using aluminum-based antacids for long-term relief of heartburn and indigestion?
Potential side effects of long-term use of aluminum-based antacids for heartburn and indigestion may include constipation, low phosphate levels, and potential kidney damage.
What percentage of the population suffers from heartburn?
It has been estimated that heartburn occurs in more than 60% of adults. About 20% of the population take antacids or over-the-counter H2 blockers at least once per week to relieve heartburn.
Think of an analogy for the way in which antacids are bases?
Antacids neutralize stomach acid in the same way that a fire extinguisher puts out a fire. Just as the extinguisher counteracts the flames, antacids counterbalance the acidity in the stomach to provide relief from heartburn and indigestion.
