Antacid and Reflux Drugs: Antacids
- Aluminum and magnesium hydroxide (Maalox,Mylanta)
- Aluminum carbonate gel (Basajel)
- Aluminum hydroxide (Amphojel, AlternaGEL)
- Calcium carbonate (Tums, Titralac, Calcium-Rich Rolaids)
- Magnesium hydroxide (Phillips’Milk of Magnesia)
- Sodium bicarbonate
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
Antacids may be aluminum-, magnesium-, or calcium-based salts that temporarily neutralize stomach acid. They are usually taken within one hour after meals.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Users can achieve short-term relief of heartburn with relatively safe medications. (more…)
