Medication Substitutes for Zantac
There are several types of medications that could be considered substitutes for
Zantac. A few of the more common types include the following:
o Alka-Seltzer®
o Maalox®
o Mylanta®
o Pepto-Bismol®
o Rolaids®
o Riopan®.
These medications can be very helpful for
symptoms of GERD or
heartburn, but they are usually not enough to be used to treat more serious problems with the esophagus.
These medications are very similar to Zantac.
- Proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs), including:
These are some of the most effective
medications for GERD and related conditions. However, they take longer to work than other antacids or H2 blockers.
Surgery
If your condition is very serious, or if medications are not helping, surgery may be another option.
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