Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate
Health - November 16, 2009
Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix
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How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs?
Health - November 4, 2009
Experts debate evidence linking acid-blockers to possible bone, heart problems
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World Trade Center Workers Have More Cases of Acid Reflux
Health - October 26, 2009
Study shows they have doubled risk of GERD, may be linked to mental fallout
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Battered Women's Ills Go Beyond Bruises
Health - October 12, 2009
Victims of abuse may get headaches, chest pain, infections and other health woes, study finds
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Metozolv Approved for Diabetic Stomach Disorder, GERD
Health - September 8, 2009
But long-term use could cause serious side effects
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Reflux Drugs OK With Blood Thinners
Health - September 1, 2009
Taking antacids with anti-clotting drugs doesn't change outcomes after a heart attack, researchers find
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Right Match of Drug, Doctor Can Boost Reflux Outcomes
Health - August 21, 2009
Review finds PPIs may perform better, and good rapport with physician is key
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Health Tip: Babies Can Have Reflux, Too
Health - August 5, 2009
Signs that stomach contents are backing up
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Heartburn Drugs May Contribute to the Problem
Health - July 7, 2009
Study suggests proton pump inhibitors could aggravate acid trouble
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Heart Drug Combos Raise Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Health - June 2, 2009
Specialists should consider risks vs. benefits, researcher says
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Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture
Health - June 2, 2009
But benefits still outweigh risks for patients who rely on them, experts say
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Acid Reducers May Not Help All With Asthma
Health - April 8, 2009
Study finds benefit only for those with evident symptoms of heartburn
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What You Need to Know When Your Stomach Aches
Health - March 28, 2009
Doctor offers tips on digestive disorders
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Kapidex Approved for Acid Reflux
Health - February 2, 2009
A reformulated version of Prevacid
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Traditional Nonsurgical GERD Treatments Not Impressive
Health - January 23, 2009
But newer methods are replacing ones studied, experts say
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Health Tip: If You've Got GERD
Health - January 21, 2009
Suggestions to help manage symptoms
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Osteoporosis Drug Prompts Increase in Certain Bone Cells
Health - December 31, 2008
Scientists not sure if finding points to potential problems; maker stands by medication
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Acid Reflux Linked to Chronic Croup
Health - September 21, 2008
Study says the finding could help many children with the breathing condition
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HRT Use Raises Risk of Stomach Trouble
Health - September 8, 2008
Menopausal women who take hormones face greater chance of GERD, study finds
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Gastric Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Boost Reflux
Health - August 22, 2008
Obese patients with GERD may choose gastric bypass instead, experts say
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Powerful Antacid Drugs Raise Fracture Risk
Health - August 11, 2008
Proton pump inhibitors taken for more than 7 years quadrupled chance of hip breaks, study finds
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Health Tip: Prevent Heartburn
Health - July 30, 2008
Stay clear of foods that cause symptoms
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Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease
Health - June 25, 2008
New technique eliminates pain, requires less recovery time, surgeon says
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