‘Heartburn’ Category

Ranitidine Hcl

Ranitidine HCL is used for maintenance therapy for duodenal ulcer or for the treatment of active duodenal ulcer.

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Prilosec

Prilosec is prescribed for the short-term treatment (4 to 8 weeks) of the following: stomach ulcer, duodenal ulcer (near the exit from the stomach), erosive esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus). Heartburn and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as GERD, which occurs when stomach acid backs up into the tube connecting the throat to the stomach).

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Prevacid

Prevacid is used to treat and prevent stomach and intestinal ulcers, erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Prevacid decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Prevacid may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

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Nexium

Nexium relieves heartburn and other symptoms caused by the backflow of stomach acid into the canal to the stomach (the esophagus)–a condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease. Nexium is used to treat the symptoms of GERD, allow the esophagus to heal, and prevent further damage to the esophagus. It is also used with other medications to prevent stomach ulcers. Nexium is in a class of medications called proton pump inhibitors. It works by decreasing the amount of acid made in the stomach.

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Detrol LA

Detrol combats symptoms of overactive bladder, including frequent urination, urgency (increased need to urinate), and urge incontinence (inability to control urination). The drug works by blocking the nerve impulses that prompt the bladder to contract.

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Bentyl

Bentyl is an anticholinergic. It works by blocking a chemical in the smooth muscle of the stomach and intestines, causing them to relax, which reduces cramping.

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Aciphex

Aciphex is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and in the treatment of ulcers. This medicine works by blocking acid production in the stomach.

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