Medication upset stomach
Drugs against stomach aches are usually spot treatments used during painful crises (antacids).
Some are very common (Maalox) and sold in pharmacies without a prescription. It is therefore recommended to avoid self-medication and always ask their pharmacist.
Drugs
Antacids: Maalox, Phosphalugel, Gaviscon ...
Mode of action gastric dressing fight against stomach acid. Timely processing of painful crises of the stomach
Side effects diarrhea, constipation
Inhibitors of the proton pump (prescription only)
Mode of Action Against the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus
Side effects diarrhea, headache, flatulence, dizziness
If the pain does not improve within 15 to 30 minutes after taking these drugs, better consult a doctor.
Simple preparations for painful crises
The licorice tea can soothe stomach pains. However, its consumption is timely and will only during painful crises.
A glass of milk or a glass of water can temporarily soften the bitterness and acidity in the stomach.
1 teaspoon of baking soda mixed in a glass of water can also neutralize stomach acid and improve pain.
Infusion and drink hot: chamomile, linden, fennel.
Place of homeopathy
Homeopathy is a maintenance treatment in the stomach that will not effect during episodes of painful crises.
Treatment causes
Of course, it is always necessary to adjust the treatment according to the causes of stomach pain.
If ulcer, antacids are associated with the presence of antibiotics for Helicobacter pylori (its presence is confirmed by the cuts made by the gastroenterologist during a gastroscopy).
Hiatal hernia also requires a consultation with a gastroenterologist and possibly a surgeon if necessary.
Cancer of the stomach, meanwhile, is a multidisciplinary approach (surgery, oncology, gastroenterology, psychology ...)
Some are very common (Maalox) and sold in pharmacies without a prescription. It is therefore recommended to avoid self-medication and always ask their pharmacist.
Drugs
Antacids: Maalox, Phosphalugel, Gaviscon ...
Mode of action gastric dressing fight against stomach acid. Timely processing of painful crises of the stomach
Side effects diarrhea, constipation
Inhibitors of the proton pump (prescription only)
Mode of Action Against the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus
Side effects diarrhea, headache, flatulence, dizziness
If the pain does not improve within 15 to 30 minutes after taking these drugs, better consult a doctor.
Simple preparations for painful crises
The licorice tea can soothe stomach pains. However, its consumption is timely and will only during painful crises.
A glass of milk or a glass of water can temporarily soften the bitterness and acidity in the stomach.
1 teaspoon of baking soda mixed in a glass of water can also neutralize stomach acid and improve pain.
Infusion and drink hot: chamomile, linden, fennel.
Place of homeopathy
Homeopathy is a maintenance treatment in the stomach that will not effect during episodes of painful crises.
Treatment causes
Of course, it is always necessary to adjust the treatment according to the causes of stomach pain.
If ulcer, antacids are associated with the presence of antibiotics for Helicobacter pylori (its presence is confirmed by the cuts made by the gastroenterologist during a gastroscopy).
Hiatal hernia also requires a consultation with a gastroenterologist and possibly a surgeon if necessary.
Cancer of the stomach, meanwhile, is a multidisciplinary approach (surgery, oncology, gastroenterology, psychology ...)
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