Medicine of stomach acid

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What are the lifestyle modifications for acid reflux?

1. Stop smoking
2. Avoid fatty food, fast food, spicey food
3. Avoid alcohol
4. Losing weight if overweight or obese
5. Improve posture, like sitting up straighter 
6. Wearing loose clothing

What are the medications?

1. PPIs like Omeprazole
2. H2 blockers like ranitidine
3. Antacids like Rennie 
4. Alginate drugs like Gaviscon

What are the causes of acid reflux?

1. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
2. Indigestion
3. Stomach ulcer
4. Gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining)

What are the required investigations?

1. Physical examination
2. Chest x-ray
3. Abdominal ultrasound
4. Endoscopy

What do we advice?

Consult your gastroenterologist to do the investigations and prescribe the right medication for you

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