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What Is The Medication For Acid Reflex Attack?

I have body by Vi and last night I had a acid reflex atttack and it has been bothering me all day and now I'm afraid to try it again, I have only used it for one week and this is the first time I had this attack. I have had acid reflex attacks in the past , but this is the worse I ever had.
Tue, 14 Oct 2014
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Hello dear,

Acid reflux is caused due to excess acid formation in stomach & relaxation of the sphincter at the lower part of esophagus.

In your post, you have mentioned about taking pills for your complaints, but you did not mention their names.
Medical management of acid reflux consists of intake of Proton pump inhibitors like Pantoprazole, Omeprazole, etc. which prevent acid formation in stomach.

Additional management involves:
1. Intake of Domperidone preparations which strengthens the sphincter & prevents reflux.
2. Lifestyle modification- like weight reduction, sleeping on the left side, or with upper body raised.
3. Dietary modification- avoid consuming irritating substances such as acidic & rich foods, caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol.

If symptoms still persist, it will be better to consult your treating Doctor/ Gastroenterologist.
Investigation like Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.

Wish you a good health.
Take care.
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What Is The Medication For Acid Reflex Attack?

Hello dear, Acid reflux is caused due to excess acid formation in stomach & relaxation of the sphincter at the lower part of esophagus. In your post, you have mentioned about taking pills for your complaints, but you did not mention their names. Medical management of acid reflux consists of intake of Proton pump inhibitors like Pantoprazole, Omeprazole, etc. which prevent acid formation in stomach. Additional management involves: 1. Intake of Domperidone preparations which strengthens the sphincter & prevents reflux. 2. Lifestyle modification- like weight reduction, sleeping on the left side, or with upper body raised. 3. Dietary modification- avoid consuming irritating substances such as acidic & rich foods, caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol. If symptoms still persist, it will be better to consult your treating Doctor/ Gastroenterologist. Investigation like Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis. Wish you a good health. Take care.