What types of OTC products treat heartburn?
Over-the-counter (OTC) products are medicines you can buy without a doctor's prescription. Many OTC products are advertised to relieve heartburn or acid reflux. These include antacids, bismuth subsalicylate, H2 blockers, proton pump inhibitors ... [... more]
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¿Cómo funcionan los antiácidos y los reductores de ácidos?
Las medicinas "over the counter", abreviadas OTC, son medicinas que usted puede comprar sin tener una prescripción escrita por un médico. Se promueven muchos productos OTC para el alivio de la acidez estomacal o el reflujo á [... more]
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What is heartburn?
Despite its name, heartburn doesn't affect the heart. Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest, along with a sour or bitter taste in the throat and mouth. It usually occurs after eating a big meal or while lying down. The feeling can ... [... more]
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