Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Key Takeaways Antacids work quickly to relieve heartburn but provide short-lasting relief. Histamine-2 blockers reduce stomach acid by preventing histamine ...

New findings claim that extended use of a type of drug for acid reflux, known as proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, may heighten the risk of dementia by one-third. The research revealed that individuals ...

People who take acid reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors for four-and-a-half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia compared to people who do not take these medications, ...

Researchers are reporting that taking acid-reducing drugs could increase the chance of severe headaches. They note that acid-reducing drugs are often considered to be overprescribed. They acknowledge ...