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Medications for GERD

Jeff Melville


There are several medications on the market today that can help to treat GERD. It is important to remember the age of the person that is going to be taking the medication. The reason for this is that GERD for children are not the same as they are for adults.


Here are some medications that can help to treat GERD in infants or children. In addition, they are also effective on adults as well.


1. Mylanta and Maalox are both effective antacids


2. Acid blockers such as Pepcid or Zantac


3. Medications like Nexium and Prilosec reduce the overall production of acid


There are also medications that are meant to help improve the gastrointestinal tract. These are different than the medications listed above.


1. Reglan can help reduce the symptoms that go along with GERD. This speeds up the digestion process and in turn cuts down the amount of time that food sits in your stomach.


2. To treat bacterial infections, Erythromycin is often times used. This can also help acid reflux, but is not a long term solution.


Overall, GERD can be treated with the proper attention. Look into these options today if you or your child is suffering from GERD.


For information on where to buy Nexium or other medications to treat heartburn and GERD visit PharmacyScout.com.

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