What are the major brands of antacids?

Antacids for Heartburn

• Aluminum hydroxide gel (Alternagel, Amphojel)
• Calcium carbonate (Alka-Seltzer, Tums)
• Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia)
• Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids.
• Pepto-Bismol.

What is the most effective antacid?

Calcium Carbonate [CaCO3] – Calcium Carbonate (chalk) is the most potent usable antacid. It can completely neutralize stomach acid.

What is the fastest acting antacid?

Gaviscon+ is the only antacid product that provides fast-acting, long-lasting heartburn relief. It quickly neutralizes stomach acid and helps keep acid down for hours.

What is the safest acid reflux medicine for long-term use?

Proton pump inhibitors are accepted as the most effective initial and maintenance treatment for GERD. Oral pantoprazole is a safe, well tolerated and effective initial and maintenance treatment for patients with nonerosive GERD or erosive esophagitis.

Which is better Prevacid or Prilosec?

Looking at the available data, both PPIs seem to be similar in terms of safety and efficacy. Prevacid may be slightly more effective in the short-term, but over time, the drugs have similar results. Your doctor can help you decide if Prevacid or Prilosec is right for you.

Which is better Pepcid or Prilosec?

ANSWER: Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a much more effective suppressor of acid reflux than famotidine (Pepcid), and is more effective for most people — if it is used daily. Omeprazole is not a good choice for intermittent use. It takes a few days for the medicine to reach full effectiveness.

What are the best antacids?

Antacids help to treat heartburn (indigestion). They work by neutralizing the stomach acid that causes heartburn. You can buy many antacids without a prescription. Liquid forms work faster, but you may like tablets because they are easy to use.

What is the best liquid antacid?

Liquid Antacid. This medication is used to treat the symptoms of too much stomach acid such as stomach upset, heartburn, and acid indigestion. It is also used to relieve symptoms of extra gas such as belching, bloating, and feelings of pressure/discomfort in the stomach/gut. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.

Are Tums the best antacid?

Tums is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, gas, and stomach upset. Learn when you could take this medication, how should it be used, possible side effects, and when your symptoms may suggest that something more serious is going on.

What is the strongest OTC for acid reflux?

Prilosec is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that, until recently, was only available by prescription. It is, by far, the strongest product available to provide over-the-counter relief for your acid reflux.