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Drugs for Treatment of GERD

Are you searching for medications to treat 'GERD'? Welcome to this page which serves as an archive for medications that are relevant to the treatment of GERD. The page includes both the generic and brand names and can serve as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals and individuals who wish to get an insight on different medication options.

Click on a medication below to view details including brand names, prices, dosages, side effects, and administration guidelines.

A FAQ section has been added for each medication, addressing popular customer inquiries that provides a deeper insight into its use for GERD management.

We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or for any additional clarifications.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

This condition occurs due to the reflux of hydrochloric acid of the stomach into the oesophagus

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of GERD

Dexlansoprazole

Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, prescribed for esophagitis and heartburn due to gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Dexrabeprazole Sodium

Dexrabeprazole Sodium is prescribed for gastro-esophageal reflux disease, gastric and duodenal ulcers.

Trade Names :
Dexicool (10mg) | Dirab (5mg) | Dirab (10mg)
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Esomeprazole

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), prescribed for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Trade Names :
Neutraflux | Esoz -D 40 SR | Esofag -D | Esoz -D | Nexpro RD 40 Capsule SR | Sompraz - D | Nexpro RD 20 | Izra -D (20 mg) | Ignis | Sompraz D
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Lansoprazole

Lansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, prescribed for gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis (inflammation of esophagus), and Zollinger-Ellison (gastric acid hyper secretion) syndrome.

Trade Names :
Solan - D | Lazis -DM | Lezol - D | Onilan -D | Prohit - LD | Cyplan | Leedom - 15 | Locid -D | Nazol -D | Lans -DX
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Levosulpiride

Levosulpiride is an antipsychotic and prokinetic agent, prescribed for dyspepsia, gastro-esophageal reflux disease, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Trade Names :
Levogut RZ | Rably-LSR | Volapride (25mg) | Neopride (25mg) | Levogold (25mg) | Livogold (25mg) | Levazeo (25mg) | Zenpride (25mg) | Sertive (25mg) | Lesu (25mg)
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Metoclopramide

Metoclopramide is a gastrointestinal stimulant and antinauseant, prescribed for heartburn and esophagitis due to GERD and for treating patients who have gastroparesis (partial paralysis of the stomach) and prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy.

Trade Names :
Emenil | Maxeron | Reglan | Perinorm | Perinorm | Emenil | Perinorm - Cd | Perinorm | Naushi Dps | Reglan
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Nizatidine

Nizatidine is prescribed for the treatment of active duodenal ulcer, active benign gastric ulcer, and in cases of heartburn, acid indigestion or sour stomach due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Omeprazole

Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, prescribed for indigestion, peptic ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD/GERD).

Trade Names :
Oskar - 20 | Tacko - M | Ulcicap | Oraz | Omepren | Omezol | Promisec | Skyzole - 20 | Biocid | Acichek
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Omeprazole and Sodium Bicarbonate

Omeprazole and Sodium Bicarbonate contains proton pump inhibitor (PPI) and sodium bicarbonate, prescribed for esophagal irritation caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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Pantoprazole

Pantoprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor, prescribed for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, and erosive esophagitis.

Trade Names :
Anto - D | Emtop -OD | Ondon -P | Pantorex - O | Vomizen -P | Ondon P (Inj) | Pantop -HP | Zovanta -Kit | Fineorest | Protopan I
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Rabeprazole

Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, prescribed for duodenal ulcer, gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison (gastric acid hyper secretion) syndrome.

Trade Names :
Rabefam -D | Rorab -D | Rabigen -D | Rabichem -D | Rabix -D | Razol D | Remitrix -D | Rabikul -D | Icyrab -D | Erb -Plus
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Rabeprazole and Itopride

Rabeprazole and Itopride contains a proton pump inhibitor and prokinetic agent, prescribed for gastro-esophageal reflux disease.

Rebamipide

Rebamipide is prescribed for the treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroduodenal ulcers, and gastric disorders

Trade Names :
Rebagen (100mg) | Rebagen Otic (100mg/100mg/100mg)
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Revaprazan

Revaprazan is prescribed for the treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and gastritis.

Trade Names :
Revanex (200mg)
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Roxatidine

Roxatidine is a special H2-receptor antagonist, prescribed for reflux esophagitis, benign gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer and prophylaxis of recurrent ulcers.

Trade Names :
Rotane SR | Rotane (75 mg) | Zorpex SR | Rotane Forte | Zorpex SR (150 mg) | Rotane | Rotane (150mg) | Rotane (75mg) | Zorpex (75mg) | Zorpex (150mg)
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Troxipide

Troxipide is used for the treatment of peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflex disease, to manage gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, hemorrhage, redness and edema) in acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis.

Trade Names :
Troxip (100mg)
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Suggested Readings on Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Know the Right Stomach Burning Remedies

Know the Right Stomach Burning Remedies

Are you having a stomach burn? Here are some home remedies that you can try to get relief.

Hiatus Hernia - Animation

Hiatus Hernia - Animation

Animation of two types of Hiatus Hernia called Sliding Hernia and Para-esophageal Hernia

Reflux Esophagitis

Reflux Esophagitis

Reflux esophagitis is a condition causing inflammation of the lining of the esophagus. This happens when there is a upward movement of the acid from the stomach due to weakness of the esophageal sphincter.

Reflux Esophagitis - Animation

Reflux Esophagitis - Animation

Animation and slide show on Reflux esophagitis showing the mechanism of acid from the stomach causing heartburn and other symptoms.

Ask any one who has experienced intense chest pain and they will vouch for the fact that it was the most frightening experience of their life!

Hiccups are caused by a paroxysmal, involuntary action due to the spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm. Hiccups are very common in fetus.

Indigestion or dyspepsia is referred to nonspecific symptoms or discomfort that causes persistent pain or fullness in the upper abdomen, soon after the meal starts.

Flatulence is a condition of having excessive gas in the stomach or intestine. The condition can be bothersome but can be controlled.

Animation Explaining What Causes Heartburn - Animation

Animation Explaining What Causes Heartburn - Animation

Animation in 3D that explains what causes 'heartburn' and its symptoms of pain behind the chest. The pain can sometimes mimic a heart attack. It shows how acid from the stomach can reflux back into the food pipe called esophagus.

Acid Peptic Disease

Acid Peptic Disease

Acid peptic diseases are a collective disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. A general description about its pathophysiology, symptoms, etiology, complications, diagnosis and treatment is given.

Diet Management in Acidity and GERD

Diet Management in Acidity and GERD

Do you suffer from GERD and acidity? Try out some very useful diet tips to reduce the problem and decrease your dependence on medication.

Nausea and Vomiting - Symptom Evaluation

Nausea and Vomiting - Symptom Evaluation

Nausea and vomiting is a common problem that could be caused by conditions affecting the digestive tract or other systems of the body or due to infections.

Esophageal Disorders

Esophageal Disorders

Esophagus is the tubular structure that carries food, liquids and saliva from mouth to the stomach. esophageal disorders are common but lack a well-defined pathogenetic mechanism.

Indigestion Symptom Evaluation

Indigestion Symptom Evaluation

Do you have discomfort in the upper abdomen during or after eating? Indigestion, a common complaint in all ages refers to conditions affecting the digestive tract and causing abdominal discomfort.

Post-Nasal Drip

Post-Nasal Drip

Post-nasal drip occurs as dripping of the excessive mucus from the nasal mucosa caused by allergy or infection. Post-nasal drip can cause bad breath and snoring.

Throat Disorders - Symptom Evaluation

Throat Disorders - Symptom Evaluation

Throat problems are common, several throat problems go away on their own but some may be much more grave. Treatment for throat disorders depends on the condition.

Shapewear or body shapers for women come as tummy shapers, full body shapers, body slimmers and are known to aid weight loss. They can also cause nerve damage and GERD.

Nissen fundoplication - Surgical Procedure

Nissen fundoplication - Surgical Procedure

Nissen fundoplication is an acid reflux surgical procedure used to treat gastro-esophageal reflux (GERD), a digestive tract disorder.

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