Users questions

What does an acid controller do?

Joe Ford

What does an acid controller do?

It works by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion).

Is CVS ranitidine safe?

The levels that FDA is finding in ranitidine from preliminary tests barely exceed amounts found in common foods. The FDA is not recommending that patients stop taking ranitidine at this time. However, customers who purchased these products can return them to CVS for a refund.

Does CVS have famotidine?

CVS Health Maximum Strength Famotidine Tablets, 20 mg, Acid Reducer for Heartburn Relief.

Is famotidine 20 mg OTC?

Famotidine is a prescription drug and over the counter drug used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.

What is a substitute for Zantac?

FDA recommended alternatives to Zantac (ranitidine) include:

  • Prilosec (omeprazole)
  • Nexium (esomeprazole)
  • Prevacid (lansoprazole)
  • Pepcid (famotidine)
  • Tagamet (cimetidine)

Is famotidine similar to Zantac?

Are Pepcid and Zantac the Same Thing? Pepcid (famotidine) and Zantac (ranitidine hydrochloride) are H2-blockers used to treat and prevent recurrence of stomach and duodenal ulcers. Pepcid is also useful in managing heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

How do I get rid of the feeling of something stuck in my throat?

Ways to remove food stuck in throat

  1. The ‘Coca-Cola’ trick. Research suggests that drinking a can of Coke, or another carbonated beverage, can help dislodge food stuck in the esophagus.
  2. Simethicone.
  3. Water.
  4. A moist piece of food.
  5. Alka-Seltzer or baking soda.
  6. Butter.
  7. Wait it out.

Why do I always feel like I need to clear my throat?

Most people who complain of chronic throat clearing have a disorder called laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). It’s caused when matter from the stomach — both acidic and nonacidic — travels up to the throat region, causing an uncomfortable sensation that makes you clear your throat.