addiction Medications for GERD Other names: Acid reflux; Esophageal Reflux; Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease; Heartburn; Pyrosis; Reflux Health Guide Disease Reference Care Notes Medication List Encyclopedia Q & A More What is GERD: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is when food or liquid travels from the stomach back up into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This partially digested material is usually acidic and can irritate the esophagus, often causing heartburn and other symptoms. See also: sub-topics Medications to treat GERD The following list of medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of this condition. Drug Class (show all) - antacids (36) - anticholinergics/antispasmodics (2) - GI stimulants (3) - H2 antagonists (42) - laxatives (2) - miscellaneous GI agents (2) - minerals and electrolytes (19) - miscellaneous antiemetics (3) - urinary pH modifiers (2) - miscellaneous genitourinary tract agents (1) - proton pump inhibitors (23) - phosphate binders (2) Rx OTC Off Label Only Generics Drug name Rx / OTC Preg nancy CSA Alcohol Reviews Rating Popularity omeprazole Rx/OTC C N 85 reviews 8.0 Generic name: omeprazole systemic Brand names: Prilosec, Prilosec OTC Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Nexium Rx C N 76 reviews 7.0 Generic name: esomeprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information pantoprazole Rx B N 79 reviews 7.0 Generic name: pantoprazole systemic Brand names: Protonix, Protonix IV Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Protonix Rx B N 33 reviews 7.0 Generic name: pantoprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Aciphex Rx B N 30 reviews 9.0 Generic name: rabeprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Dexilant Rx B N 97 reviews 6.0 Generic name: dexlansoprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information Prilosec Rx C N 23 reviews 8.0 Generic name: omeprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information ranitidine Rx/OTC B N 63 reviews 7.0 Generic name: ranitidine systemic Brand names: Zantac, Zantac 150, Zantac 300, Zantac 75, Deprizine, Acid Reducer Non-Prescription Strength, Acid Relief, Berkley and Jensen Acid Reducer Maximum Strength, Careone Acid Reducer, Equaline Heartburn Relief, Sunmark Acid Reducer Maximum Strength, Taladine, Zantac EFFERdose, Zantac Injection Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Prilosec OTC OTC C N 10 reviews 9.0 Generic name: omeprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Prevacid Rx/OTC B N 39 reviews 8.0 Generic name: lansoprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information Zantac Rx/OTC B N 14 reviews 7.0 Generic name: ranitidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Zantac 150 Rx/OTC B N 22 reviews 8.0 Generic name: ranitidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information lansoprazole Rx/OTC B N 52 reviews 8.0 Generic name: lansoprazole systemic Brand names: Prevacid, Prevacid SoluTab, Prevacid OTC Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Pepcid Rx B N 2 reviews 6.0 Generic name: famotidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information famotidine Rx/OTC B N 10 reviews 6.0 Generic name: famotidine systemic Brand names: Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Heartburn Relief, Acid Controller Maximum Strength, Acid Controller Original Strength, Acid Reducer Maximum Strength, Acid Reducer Original Strength, Heartburn Relief Maximum Strength, Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid AC Maximum Strength, Pepcid Oral Suspension Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information esomeprazole Rx/OTC C N 84 reviews 8.0 Generic name: esomeprazole systemic Brand names: Nexium, Nexium 24HR, Nexium IV Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Tagamet Rx/OTC B N X Add review 10 Generic name: cimetidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph rabeprazole Rx B N 34 reviews 8.0 Generic name: rabeprazole systemic Brand names: Aciphex, Aciphex Sprinkle Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , AHFS DI Monograph , Prescribing Information Mylanta OTC N N 1 review 10 Generic name: aluminum hydroxide / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone systemic Drug class: antacids For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Zantac 300 Rx/OTC B N 2 reviews 9.0 Generic name: ranitidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Zegerid Rx C N 15 reviews 8.0 Generic name: omeprazole / sodium bicarbonate systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information omeprazole / sodium bicarbonate Rx/OTC C N 21 reviews 8.0 Generic name: omeprazole / sodium bicarbonate systemic Brand names: Zegerid, Zegerid OTC Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects For professionals: A-Z Drug Facts , Prescribing Information Pepcid AC OTC B N Add review 1.0 Generic name: famotidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Protonix IV Rx B N 1 review 8.0 Generic name: pantoprazole systemic Drug class: proton pump inhibitors For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Zantac 75 Rx/OTC B N Add review 8.0 Generic name: ranitidine systemic Drug class: H2 antagonists For consumers: dosage , interactions , side effects Page 1 2 3 4 5 Next Topics under GERD Barrett's Esophagus (17 drugs) Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (0 drugs) Alternative treatments for GERD The following products are considered to be alternative treatments or natural remedies for GERD. Their efficacy may not have been scientifically tested to the same degree as the drugs listed in the table above. However there may be historical, cultural or anecdotal evidence linking their use to the treatment of GERD. Barberry Learn more about GERD Micromedex Care Notes Barrett Esophagus Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease In Children Symptom checker Acid Reflux Treatment Intestinal Gas Guide Symptoms and treatments Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Drugs.com Health Center Gastrointestinal Disorders Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Low Salicylate Diet Mayo Clinic Reference GERD Heartburn Legend Off Label This medication may not be approved by the FDA for the treatment of this condition. Prescription Only / Over the Counter Rx Prescription Only OTC Over the Counter Rx/OTC Prescription or Over the Counter Pregnancy A Adequate and well-controlled studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters). B Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. C Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use in pregnant women despite potential risks. D There is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data from investigational or marketing experience or studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use in pregnant women despite potential risks. X Studies in animals or humans have demonstrated fetal abnormalities and/or there is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data from investigational or marketing experience, and the risks involved in use in pregnant women clearly outweigh potential benefits. N FDA has not classified the drug. Controlled Substances Act Schedule N Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. 1 Has a high potential for abuse. Has no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. There is a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision. 2 Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. 3 Has a potential for abuse less than those in schedules 1 and 2. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence. 4 Has a low potential for abuse relative to those in schedule 3. It has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to those in schedule 3. 5 Has a low potential for abuse relative to those in schedule 4. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to those in schedule 4. Alcohol X Interacts with Alcohol. Browse Drugs by Condition A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z} More Information Care Notes 3 related articles Symptom Checker 2 related articles Harvard Health Guide 1 related article Mayo Clinic 2 related articles Latest FDA Approvals for GERD Dexilant SoluTab Metozolv ODT Kapidex Fluxid Zegerid Help and Support Looking for answers? 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