Antacids

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Category Description:

Antacids are drugs for counteracting or neutralizing excessive acidity, in the stomach in particular. Active ingredients are typically compounds like sodium bicarbonate, aluminum hydroxide, magnesium carbonate, or magnesium hydroxide. Antacids also address problems of indigestion.

  • ADrugRecall.com - Reglan Drug  - Information on oral tablet prescribed in the treatment of heartburn and diabetic gastric stasis.
  • Family Doctor - Antacids and Acid Reducers  - Provides information about over the counter relief for heartburn and acid. Gives the side effects, how they work, and who should not take them.
  • Gaviscon  - Site includes information about heartburn along with details on how the non-prescription heartburn remedy Gaviscon works.
  • Mayo Clinic - Antacid (Oral Route)  - Contains the US and Canadian brand names, a description, their uses, drug interactions, dosing, and storage.
  • Pepto Bismol  - Over-the-counter drug with the active ingredient bismuth subsalicylate used for treating heartburn, nausea, stomach upset, indigestion, and diarrhea. Available in caplet, chewable tablet, and liquid form.
  • RxList - Antacids FAQ  - Answers from a doctor and pharmacist. Includes how they work, the conditions they are used for, the types, warnings and precautions, the effects, and drug interactions.
  • Tagamet HB 200  - Prevents discomforts caused by heartburn and excessive stomach acidity.
  • Tums  - Information about heartburn and the GlaxoSmithKline pill created to address the condition.
 
 
 
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