Frequently prescribed medications for gastric acidity, such as proton pump inhibitors, are the subject of recurring discussions about their long-term safety. Previous studies had indeed cast ...

That burning feeling in your chest after you eat a heavy meal could be heartburn. Or it could be worry over the drugs you’ve taken to treat that heartburn. Among the top medical stories of 2019 was ...

Babies who are given antacids or antibiotics during their first 6 months of life may have a sharply higher risk for allergies or asthma, a large new study warns. The finding is based on an analysis of ...

Wonderbelly is looking to disrupt the antacid aisle with its clean, talc-free formulas, as it launches at 650-plus Target doors. This announcement marks the first major retail expansion for the brand, ...

This chewable tablet falls under the category of 'reflux suppressants,' which form a protective layer on top of stomach contents to prevent acid from escaping into the oesophagus, thereby alleviating ...

For acid indigestion, millions of Americans find relief in the antacids they keep in their medicine cabinets. But a Kaiser Permanente study released Tuesday provides a new reason to feel heartburn.

Reaching for an antacid after a heavy meal or before bed has become as automatic for many people as brushing their teeth. In fact, in certain cultures in India, people rely on popular antacid brands ...