Everyday habits can carry unexpected long-term effects, especially when routine solutions quietly become part of daily life.

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 ...

Prolonged use of acidity medicines may carry health risks, highlighting the importance of careful prescribing and periodic ...

Antacids are over-the-counter drugs that help relieve symptoms of pain and discomfort caused by conditions such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Antacids ...

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 ...

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 ...

Editor's note: This is the final installment in a three-day series examining Clostridium difficile, a potentially lethal infection gaining a foothold throughout the country. Last summer, a young ...

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 ...