GERD Articles A-Z

Famotidine Alternatives

Famotidine alternatives can include other medications, dietary changes, and surgery. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth discussion of these alternatives and the situations in which they may be considered.

Famotidine and Breastfeeding

Most doctors advise their patients that it is okay to breastfeed while on famotidine. This eMedTV page explores famotidine and breastfeeding in more detail, noting in particular previous studies on the risks of taking this drug while breastfeeding.

Famotidine and Pregnancy

Based on previous animal studies, famotidine is generally considered safe to take while pregnant. This eMedTV article discusses famotidine and pregnancy in more detail, noting in particular the drug's status as a pregnancy Category B medicine.

Famotidine Dosing

The famotidine dose for treating GERD in adults is 20 mg twice daily. But as this eMedTV page explains, for children ages 1 to 16, the dose for GERD is 0.5 mg per kg (about 0.23 mg per pound) twice daily. This page examines famotidine dosing in detail.

Famotidine Information

Famotidine Overdose

A famotidine overdose could potentially cause vomiting, restlessness, and hypotension. This eMedTV page provides more detail about these overdose effects, and also lists some treatment options for a famotidine overdose (including supportive care).

Famotidine Sexual Side Effects

During treatment with famotidine, sexual side effects are possible. This eMedTV Web page further explores these sexual side effects (which can include a decreased sex drive and erectile dysfunction) and discusses how often they occur.

Famotidine Side Effects

While most people have no difficulties when taking famotidine, side effects are possible. This eMedTV page lists common side effects (like constipation and dizziness), as well as less common but serious side effects to look out for (such as seizures).

Famotodine

Famotidine is a drug used to treat ulcers, heartburn, GERD, and other conditions. This eMedTV article lists the approved uses for both prescription and over-the-counter famotidine products. Famotodine is a common misspelling of famotidine.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid goes up into the esophagus and damages it. This eMedTV Web page offers a brief overview of GERD. Gastroesophageal reflux disorder is more commonly known as GERD.

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants

As this eMedTV article explains, gastroesophageal reflux in infants is not usually a cause for alarm. Most infants are healthy and happy, even though they may spit up. In most cases, they outgrow this condition by the time they are a year old.

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Newborns

As this eMedTV article explains, many babies experience gastroesophageal reflux (which is when the stomach's contents come back up through the esophagus). This page covers the causes, symptoms, and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux in newborns.

Generic Axid

This eMedTV Web page explains that while generic prescription Axid is currently available in a tablet form, there are no generic versions of Axid AR tablets or Axid Oral Solution. This page also lists companies that make generic Axid.

Generic Kapidex

Kapidex (dexlansoprazole) is not available in generic form at this time. This article from the eMedTV library explores when generic Kapidex could become available and explains the difference between a generic drug and its "generic name."

Generic Nexium

A generic version of Nexium is not yet available. However, as explained in this eMedTV resource, other drugs -- such as pantoprazole (Protonix), lansoprazole (Prevacid), and rabeprazole (AcipHex) -- may be effective alternatives to Nexium.

Generic Pepcid

While certain varieties of Pepcid are available as generic medicines, others are not. This eMedTV segment covers the generic Pepcid drugs that are available (as well as their strengths) and also provides a list of companies that manufacture them.

Generic Prevacid

Currently, there is no generic Prevacid available. However, as this eMedTV segment explains, there are other medications that may be effective alternatives. In fact, one of them (Prilosec) is available without a prescription.

Generic Prilosec

This eMedTV article explains that although generic Prilosec is available, many doctors recommend using the over-the-counter Prilosec OTC because it is less expensive. This page also lists the companies that manufacture generic Prilosec.

Generic Protonix

Two strengths of generic Protonix are currently available. As this page of the eMedTV library explains, this generic medication has been certified by the FDA as being equivalent to brand-name Protonix, although it may have different inactive ingredients.

Generic Reglan

Reglan (metoclopramide) is currently available in both brand-name and generic form. This page from the eMedTV library lists the various strengths and forms of generic Reglan and offers general manufacturer information for these products.

Generic Tagamet

Generic Tagamet is available in prescription and non-prescription forms. This selection from the eMedTV library discusses prescription and over-the-counter versions of generic Tagamet, as well as some of the companies that manufacture it.

Generic Zantac

Prescription and over-the-counter forms of generic Zantac are available. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses the generic versions of Zantac that are now available and explains why certain forms of Zantac are not yet available as generics.

Genric Prilosec

There is currently a generic version of Prilosec available, but Prilosec OTC is not available as a generic. This eMedTV page covers generic Prilosec and provides a link to more information. Genric Prilosec is a common misspelling of generic Prilosec.

GERD

If you have heartburn two or more times a week, you may have GERD. This eMedTV article provides a detailed look at gastroesophageal reflux disease and explains its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.