Acid Reflux or GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) affects 60% of the adult population in some way over a 12-month period. In the U.S. alone, $10 billion a year are spent on over the counter and prescription medications to help treat acid reflux. However, these medications only treat the symptoms of GERD, rather than addressing the root causes. That means that you could be stuck taking these medications forever if you have chronic acid reflux, and your condition would never improve.

These medications also carry some negative side effects that can impact other areas of health. Let’s look at some of the medications, how they work, and potential side effects.

AdminMay 25, 2017side effects of PPI's, side effects of reflux medication, common reflux medication side effects, GERD, GERD treatment, acid reflux treatment, treatment for acid refluxComment

The 3 Most Common Heartburn Medication Types (And Why None Of Them Might Be Right For You)

We’re all familiar with the narrative. You wake up at night with heartburn and an upset stomach wondering when you will get back to sleep. During the day after you eat you experience bloating, gas, indigestion, or discomfort. Your doctor tells you to you to try heartburn medications to control the symptoms, but you get to the store and there and hundreds of options. What type is really best for you, and should you even be taking medication in the first place?

AdminNovember 30, 2016heartburn medication, medications for heartburn, PPI's, side effects of PPI'sComment