Relieve Heartburn & Acid Reflux with Effective Treatment

Acid reflux happens when the valve between the stomach and oesophagus relaxes at the wrong time, allowing stomach acid to flow upward and irritate the throat and chest, causing heartburn. Common triggers include large meals, lying down after eating, obesity, smoking, pregnancy, and certain medications. When reflux becomes long-term, it's known as GORD (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease), which can lead to complications like oesophagitis, ulcers, or Barrett’s oesophagus if left untreated.

Symptoms of acid reflux commonly include heartburn (a burning sensation in the chest, often after eating), regurgitation with a sour or bitter taste, bloating, frequent belching, sore throat, hoarseness, chronic cough, and a sensation of a lump in the throat. Discomfort may worsen when lying flat, bending forward, or after eating fatty, acidic, or spicy foods, and it can also disrupt sleep.

At EveryDayMeds, we offer clinically proven prescription treatments for acid reflux, including proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Omeprazole, Lansoprazole, and Esomeprazole. PPIs work by blocking the stomach enzyme that produces acid, helping the oesophagus heal and reducing reflux symptoms. They are typically taken once daily before a meal and can be used short-term (2–8 weeks) or longer for managing chronic GORD.

Most people start to feel relief within a few days of starting a PPI like Omeprazole or Lansoprazole, but full symptom control may take 1 to 2 weeks, especially if there’s been ongoing inflammation. If symptoms persist after 4 weeks or return when stopping treatment, you may need a longer course, a different PPI or dosage, or lifestyle changes alongside medication. If symptoms continue despite treatment, further investigation through your GP, such as an endoscopy, may be necessary.

Yes — PPIs are widely used and generally safe when taken as prescribed. Short courses of 4–8 weeks are most common and effective, while long-term use should be regularly reviewed by a healthcare professional. Possible side effects include headache, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, and, with long-term use, low magnesium or vitamin B12 levels. Our pharmacists carefully assess your medical history during your online consultation to ensure the treatment is suitable for you.Ask ChatGPT

Medication works best when paired with lifestyle changes that help reduce acid production and reflux. These include eating smaller meals, avoiding food 2–3 hours before bed, elevating your head while sleeping, avoiding trigger foods like spicy, fatty, citrus, caffeine, chocolate, and alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, and wearing loose-fitting clothes. Even small changes can greatly improve comfort and may reduce the need for long-term medication.Ask ChatGPT