Cure for gastritis and heartburn: a review of popular drugs

Heartburn is an unpleasant burning sensation in the esophagus caused by stomach acid. By itself, in a healthy person, heartburn can occur with the abuse of spicy or fatty foods, smoking, and this symptom also goes away on its own, after a while. If heartburn is caused by factors such as stomach cramps and increased acidity due to gastritis, then exacerbations will occur permanently. In this case, you need a medicine for gastritis and heartburn. Below we will tell you which pharmaceuticals are offered for the treatment of the underlying disease, and which ones will help relieve and alleviate the discomfort and burning sensation in the esophagus.

Popular effective medicines for gastritis

Gastritis Is a literal scourge of a generation, children, adolescents and adults at any age suffer from it. Of course, there are a great many remedies for the treatment of this disease on the pharmacy shelves. You need to understand that all drugs for gastritis belong to different groups and have their own unique properties and characteristics.

Below we will tell you about the most popular types of drugs that affect certain symptoms of gastritis.

Proton pump inhibitors

This group of drugs is also called "proton pump blockers". Their action is based on the prevention of excess production of basal secretion. To digest proteins, the stomach is tuned to produce hydrochloric acid, which is supplied regularly, regardless of food intake.

Accordingly, when the stomach is empty, secretion continues to be produced, the aggressiveness and acidity of the gastric juice increases, and it corrodes the walls of the organ, causing discomfort. It is this process that is partially blocked by proton pump inhibitors, reducing the concentration of secretion.

Table 1. Proton pump blocking drugs

Name	Photo	Specifications	approximate cost
"Omeprozole Stada"		Raises the pH level and reduces the acidity of gastric juice, suppresses Helicobacter pylori that provoke peptic ulcer disease. The effect occurs within an hour after taking the drug and lasts about a day.	80-100 rubles for 30 capsules of 20 mg.
"Lansoprozole"		Reduces the stimulated and basal secretion of the gastric glands, does not affect the motility of the gastrointestinal tract. Prolonged increasing action - the maximum effect is achieved on the fourth day of administration.	550-600 rubles for 28 capsules of 28 mg each.
"Rabeprozole SZ"		Well reduces the expressed symptoms of gastritis, does not affect other organs and systems of the body (vessels, central nervous system). The action begins an hour after ingestion and gradually decreases over the course of the day.	300 rubles for 14 capsules of 20 mg.
"Ultop"		Blocks the final stage of hydrochloric acid release. It reduces acidity up to 97% per day.	130-140 rubles for 14 capsules of 10 mg each, 300 rubles - a bottle of solution for infusion of 30 ml.
"Controlok"		It has greater chemical stability than analogs when neutralizing pH, interacts less with the liver, therefore, it practically has no incompatibility with other drugs.	600-650 rubles for 28 tablets of 40 mg.
Epicurus		Reduces basal and stimulated secretion, intake of 30 mg. causes a decrease in the concentration of hydrochloric acid by 80-97%. The effect increases when the drug is taken in a course.	400-420 rubles for 14 capsules of 30 mg.
Akrilans		Reduces the acidity of gastric juice, has a high lipophilicity, easily penetrates into the cells of gastric tissue, increases the secretion of bicarbonate.	300 rubles for 20 capsules of 30 mg.
Losek Maps		Inhibits the functions of the proton pump, reduces the concentration of gastric juice. The greatest effect is achieved on the fourth day of taking the drug.	380-450 rubles for 14 tablets of 20 mg.

Enzyme preparations

To digest food efficiently, the stomach uses enzymes - they break down proteins, carbohydrates and fats. If this process is disturbed, the body must be helped by taking the appropriate drug.

It is with drugs from this group that you should be especially careful - their intake should be clearly verified and agreed with a gastroenterologist. If the patient deviates from the norm or misses the time at which to take the pill, all efforts will be in vain. Only a disciplined medication schedule and precise dosage will allow you to achieve a positive effect.

Table 2. Enzyme preparations

Name	Photo	Characteristic	approximate cost
"Mezim Forte"		Consists of crushed pork pancreas. Improves the digestive tract, normalizes the digestion process, actively breaks down fats, proteins and carbohydrates.	190-220 rubles for 20 enteric tablets
"Panzinorm"		Breaks down carbohydrates, fats and proteins, promotes the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. It has a protective membrane, so enzymes are released only in the intestines.	250-300 rubles for 30 tablets
"Pancreatin"		Reduces damage to the stomach caused by fatty, spicy foods. Relieves the feeling of fullness in the abdomen, compensates for pancreatic dysfunction.	30-60 rubles for 20 tablets, 200-250 rubles for 20 capsules
"Creon"		Breaks down fats, carbohydrates and proteins, promotes their complete absorption in the intestines. Contains pork pancreatin, similar to human, and effectively normalizes digestive processes.	280-320 rubles for 20 capsules
Enzistal		It has a beneficial effect on the digestive tract. The tablets are coated with a membrane that is resistant to the acidity of the gastrointestinal tract and protects enzymes until they are "released" in the alkaline environment of the intestine. The drug accelerates and normalizes metabolism and the digestion process itself	100-150 rubles for 20 tablets
"Festal"		Contains a bile component, has a lipolytic, proteolytic and amylolytic effect, promotes the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.	600-650 rubles for 100 enteric dragees
"Solizim"		Stabilizes metabolic and digestive processes, refers to enzymes of microbial origin. Contains an enzyme that breaks down fats.	30-60 rubles for 20 tablets

Antibacterial drugs

If we are talking about infectious gastritis, its causative agent is often Helicobacter pylori. Sometimes doctors prescribe antibiotics, in some cases you can cope with the disease by taking antibacterial agents that destroy already multiplied harmful microorganisms, and do not give new settle in the stomach.

Table 3. Antibacterial drugs

Name	Photo	Characteristic	approximate cost
"Amoxicillin Sandoz"		Drugs are prescribed for exacerbation of chronic gastritis, provoked by a bacterial infection. They contain penicillin G and act on all microorganisms that are sensitive to the substance. They have a pronounced activity against a wide range of aerobic and anaerobic gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. The best effect is shown in combination with proton pump inhibitors.	60-100 rubles for 20 capsules, from 100 rubles for a suspension of 100 ml.
Clarithromycin		200-250 rubles for 14 capsules
"Metronidozole"		150-200 rubles for 20 capsules
"Klabaks Od"		300-350 rubles for 7 extended-release tablets
"Flemoxin Solutab"		350-400 rubles for 20 tablets of 500 mg.
"Ecobol"		120-140 rubles for 20 tablets
"Amosin"		30-50 rubles for 10 tablets of 0.25 mg.

Pain medications

Exacerbation of gastritis is often accompanied not only by heartburn, but rather significant pain. To support the strength of the body and allow the patient to rest a little, pain relievers are prescribed for severe pain. Stomach pain is effectively relieved by the following tablets:

• "No-shpa";
• "Papaverine";
• "Spazmalgon";
• Drotaverin;
• "Baralgin" and the like.

An important point! Pills such as "Analgin", "Ortofen", "Diclofenac" are not recommended for stomach pain. It is believed that these drugs are capable of provoking internal bleeding, and they do not relieve pain.

Heartburn medications

It should be understood that drugs aimed at getting rid of heartburn save a person only from a symptom. Itself heartburn it is not a disease, but only marks an altered state in the stomach. Some people take a baking soda solution at the first sign of heartburn, but this is an absolutely erroneous action. Yes, at first, soda really extinguishes hydrochloric acid, but in the process, carbon dioxide is released, and in a large volume. This only increases relapse.

Therefore, doctors advise taking proven pharmaceuticals for heartburn. We will consider the most common drugs that eliminate bitterness in the esophagus and burning sensation in the stomach, which are preferred by many Russians.

Antacids

The safest category of drugs containing magnesium and aluminum, which neutralize stomach acid. These funds act gently, practically do not interfere with the work of the body and have minor side effects.

The advantage of antacids is fast, almost instantaneous action, but the effect is short-lived. They quickly quench acid in the stomach, but if the cause of its occurrence is not treated, heartburn will appear again and again, antacids have no healing properties.

Table 4. Antacids

Name	Photo	Characteristic	approximate cost
Gaviscon, tablets		A feature of the drug is a chemical reaction that occurs when it enters the stomach. As a result, a gel with a neutral medium envelops the stomach. Reduces irritation of the mucous membranes, is not absorbed into the bloodstream, fights sour taste in the mouth.	200-230 rubles for 12 chewable tablets
"Almagel", suspension		Reduces the acidity of already secreted gastric secretions,	250-270 rubles for a bottle of 185 ml
"Maalox", tablets		Chewable tablets with a pleasant taste, act on the source of heartburn within three to five minutes. If the dosage is observed, there are no side effects.	200-220 rubles for 20 chewable tablets
Rennie, pills		Stimulates increased mucus production to protect the stomach. The drug is available in different flavors: mint, orange, sugar free.	300-350 rubles for 48 chewable tablets
"Gastracid", tablets		Eliminates heartburn and relieves pain during an attack of gastritis. Covers, adsorbs.	150-180 rubles for 20 chewable tablets
"Vikair" capsules		Has an antispasmodic effect, has an astringent, calming effect, reduces the activity of pepsin. Has a mild laxative effect. After application, it forms a protective film on the walls of the organ, additionally protects against bacteria and inflammation.	50-100 rubles for 20 tablets
"Relzer", suspension		Neutralizes hydrochloric acid, prevents recurrence of heartburn. Has a carminative effect, reduces gas formation.	380-420 rubles for a bottle of 100 ml
"Fosfolugel", suspension		Coats the stomach, has an absorbent and secretion neutralizing effect.	200-250 rubles for 6 sachets
Enterosgel, paste		Cleans the intestinal lumen, prevents congestion in the stomach, removes toxins and harmful substances released during fermentation of food.	400-430 rubles for 225 grams

What should be avoided for heartburn?

In addition to andacids and a healthy diet, there are some other measures to prevent and eliminate heartburn. Doctors recommend that patients suffering from this manifestation avoid the following factors:

1. Overweight, as overweight is characterized by a constantly compressed stomach.
2. Wearing tight clothing, belts, corsets, tight shirts, and the like.
3. Activity or, conversely, lying position within an hour after eating.
4. Sleep earlier than four hours after dinner.
5. Smoking and drinking alcohol.
6. Overeating, eating "dry food".

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Summing up

We have reviewed a fairly impressive list of drugs that can make life easier for people diagnosed with gastritis, especially those who are often faced with heartburn. It is important to remember that eliminating a symptom is not a cure or even a preventive measure. Therefore, it is recommended to go to the hospital in order to undergo diagnostics and get a competent scheme for therapy.