What is Acid reflux? Acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the condition where stomach juices with acid flow back (reflux) from the stomach to the esophagus. Research done recently demonstrates that one in five people approximately in the developed world endure symptoms related to GERD once a week, while an additional one in [...]

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are one of the most common recommended drugs in the treatment of GERD and acid reflux. Specifically formulated to reduce gastric acid production, PPIs are essentially prescribed to patients with severe GERD and even other conditions like peptic ulcer disease, Barrett’s esophagus, and gastrinomas. What makes PPIs truly effective is its [...]