How to get rid of acid reflux (Very often)

Sometimes acid reflux progresses to GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) a more severe form of reflux. GERD signs and symptoms include:

• Chest pain
• A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn),sometimes spreading to your throat,along with a sour taste in your mouth
• Difficulty swallowing(dysphagia)
• Dry cough
• Hoarseness or sore throat
• Regurgitation of food or sour liquid(acid reflux)
• sensation of a lump in your throat

Although many people can relieve their reflux disease symptoms by changes in their habits, diet, and lifestyle, others need to consult their health-care professional.

• Call your health-care professional when symptoms of GERD occur frequently,disrupt your sleep,interfere with work or other activities,or are not relieved by self-care measures alone.
• Make your health-care professional aware that you are using self-care measures or over-the-counter medications so that they can monitor how well they work and how often you need to use them

Talk to your doctor. Prescription medications may help. In a few cases, GERD may be treated with surgery or other procedures.

Acid blockers (H2 blockers) reduce the production of stomach acid.This makesthe stomach juices less acidic so that any stomach juice that gets into the esophagus is less irritating.This relieves symptoms and allows the esophagus to heal.

Over the counter medication for heartburn relief: 

• Zantac
• Axid
• Pepcid
• Tagament

Antacids neutralize stomach acid to help relieve heartburn,sour stomach,acid indigestion and stomach upset.Some antacids also contain simethicone,an ingredient that helps eliminate excess gas.

Use products such as :

• Milk of Magnesia
• Alternagel,Amphojel
• Gaviscon,Gelusil,Maalox,Mylanta,Rolaids,Tums
• Pepto-Bismol

You should take antacids exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the package label.If you are using the tablets,chew them well before swallowing for faster relief.