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Topzole (esomeprazole) and Altosec (rabeprazole) are both proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) used to treat heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). While their effectiveness can vary among individuals, studies generally show that both medications are similarly effective in reducing stomach acid. The choice between them often depends on individual response, side effects, and physician recommendations rather than one being universally better than the other. Consulting a healthcare professional is advisable for personalized treatment options.
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What is the best heartburn diet to follow?
The best foods to eat when you suffer from heartburn are bland foods. Eating rice, bread, or applesauce are a better choices than spicy foods or acidic foods like tomato sauce.
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.
Is solid antacid better for heartburn than liquid antacid?
yes, solid antacid is better than liquid because of the ingrediants, they seem to work better for relieving acid burns tums vs. gravison and then its gone tums wins, better, more drops of HCL means it works better but why? simply, it is known more longer and has been improved on for years, 1 tablet can do the job whereas the liquid, needs more mg do help it
Can rootbeer give you heartburn?
Does it have more carbonation than most soda's?
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.
Is acid reflux the same as heartburn?
Heartburn is a symptoms of acid reflux that shows up as tightness, pain or discomfort in the chest area. Acid reflux occurs when acid in stomach regurgitates up into the esophagus. Heartburn follows by the acid reflux. Heartburn can not happen without acid reflux.
Can a GallStone contribute to heartburn?
Gallstones can contribute to heartburn indirectly. When they obstruct the bile ducts, they can lead to digestive issues, which may result in symptoms like acid reflux or heartburn. Additionally, if gallstones cause inflammation in the gallbladder, it can affect digestion and exacerbate acid-related conditions. However, heartburn is primarily associated with issues in the esophagus or stomach rather than the gallbladder itself.
Can you nave heartburn at 3 weeks pregnant?
Yes. You can have it. But the cause is more so physiological than anatomical.
Does heartburn affect your heart?
Heartburn itself does not affect your heart; it is a symptom of acid reflux, where stomach acid irritates the esophagus. However, the discomfort from heartburn can sometimes be mistaken for heart-related issues, leading to confusion. If you experience severe chest pain or persistent symptoms, it's important to consult a healthcare professional to rule out any cardiac conditions. Overall, while heartburn can cause significant discomfort, it is primarily related to digestive issues rather than heart health.
When should you see a doctor about heartburn?
If the heartburn persists for more than a few hours, or if it is recurrent on a daily basis.
Am i better than you?
You are the worst person ever. You are better than no one. And no one is better than the best. So you must be better than the best. But the best is better than the worst. So it is impossible to tell if you're better than me. No wait. I change my answer to "No, I'm better than you."
How do antacids help someone with heartburn?
In order to neutralize acid you must use an "anti" acid chemical or natural biological. That is what antacids do. They neutralize acid and the burn from the excessive acid or refluxing acid. The acid in your stomach is stronger than battery acid so you can see why it burns in the esophagus. So you add an alkali type of product and it will neutralize it. Milk will help. Products like Gaviscon or Malox will do too. Believe it or not your own saliva does neutralize heartburn. One of nature's many sources of checks and balances. The main thing is to PREVENT heartburn. This will reduce the occurrences of the acid burning the esophagus. Generics of products like Zantac do a dandy job of it for a reasonable price. The higher the dosage the better. Such as Zantac comes in 75 mg. or 150 mg. So if you get severe heartburn it is better to use 175 mg. Now, if heartburn products are not neutralizing the acid or you get it everyday you must see your general practitioner doctor or your gastroenterologist. It is bad to let heartburn continue unchecked because the stomach acid will burn holes in the esophagus.
