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Heartburn Wire

Comprehensive News Feed for Heartburn.

Results 1 - 20 of 389 in Heartburn

  1. 7 Common Digestive ProblemsRead the original story

    Aug 17, 2009 | MergeDigital

    ... of the latest medical wisdom on some other common gastrointestinal problems. REFLUX Symptoms of reflux, such as heartburn , are among the most common digestive ills. In a recent Swedish study, 6 percent of people reported experiencing reflux ...

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    Related Topix: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Health, Gerd, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Esophageal Cancer

  2. Prevacid Patent Expires; Could Save Upstate NY'ers millionsRead the original story

    6 hrs ago | Gouverneur Times

    Upstate New Yorkers who take the brand-name prescription drug Prevacid for treating heartburn and acid reflux have a significant opportunity to save by switching to the drug's generic equivalent or over-the-counter version now that the Prevacid patent has expired, according to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield .

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Prevacid, Lansoprazole (generic), Medication, Prilosec, Omeprazole (generic), New York Government, New York

  3. Coffee: is it causing you more harm than good?Read the original story w/Photo

    Friday Nov 6 | Examiner.com

    ... the indigestion is not caused by caffeine itself; instead, other key ingredients in the coffee are causing heartburn and reflux. Some other reasons for cutting back on coffee consumption: Irregular heart beat (arrhythmias), nervous tremor, ...

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    Related Topix: Drink, Coffee

  4. "sunday SUNDAY sunday!!!"

    Sunday | Baby Center

    ... the time I peed on the stick up until just a little while ago... seriously I was eating tums in labor because the heartburn was so bad. CamoSamurai Updated 13 hours ago I had heartburn horribly with both my boys.. much worst the 2nd time. Everett ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health

  5. Novartis $200 million integrated campaign promotes heartburn drugRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 12 | DM News

    Pharmaceutical company Novartis launched a $200 million integrated ad campaign, which includes a number of digital elements, on November 12 for over-the-counter heartburn drug Prevacid 24HR .

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health

  6. Gastroesophageal Reflux DiseaseRead the original story

    Saturday Nov 14 | Examiner.com

    ... impaired expulsion of gastric reflux from the esophagus, or association with a hiatal hernia. Symptoms Adults Heartburn is the major symptom of acid in the esophagus, characterized by a burning discomfort behind the breastbone (sternum). Findings in ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Gerd, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

  7. Treating Barrett's EsophagusRead the original story

    Friday Nov 13 | About.com

    Currently, there are no medications that will reverse Barrett's esophagus . Treating underlying GERD , however, may slow the progress of the disease and help prevent complications.

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    Related Topix: Health

  8. Got GerdRead the original story

    Friday Nov 13 | Daily Southerner

    The term GERD may not ring a bell, but a majority of Americans have experienced it, and Heritage Hospital's new Heartburn Treatment Center is providing medical attention to people with GERD.

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

  9. Novartis launches Prevacid 24HR over-the-counter for full 24-hour frequent heartburn treatmentRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 12 | WebWire

    Novartis announced the availability of Prevacid 24HR over-the-counter in pharmacies and retail stores across the US to treat frequent heartburn.

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Prevacid, Lansoprazole (generic), Medication, Biotech, Novartis, Food and Drug Administration, Pain

  10. Prevacid 24HR to launch with $200 million ad campaignRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 12 | Drug Store News

    ... TMs Tums, to name just a few a ' are expected to begin airing Thursday, underscoring the emotional difficulties of heartburn sufferers. According to the Journal, the tagline for the antacid new addition will be: "Prevacid 24HR: When you've had it ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Famotidine (generic), Medication, Calcium Carbonate (generic), Health

  11. How to Use Home Remedies to Get Rid of HeartburnRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 12 | Associated Content

    If you suffer from heartburn or acid reflux symptoms here are a few tried and true home remedies that will help work to make you feel better.

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health

  12. Novartis unveils Prevacid24HR Over-the-Counter in US for frequent heartburn treatmentRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 12 | M2.com

    Healthcare solutions provider Novartis declared on Thursday the launch of Prevacid24HR over-the-counter in pharmacies and retail stores across the US to treat frequent heartburn.

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Biotech, Novartis, Food and Drug Administration

  13. Those with Heartburn Paying Too Much Green for Nexium 'Purple Pill' Says Consumer Reports

    Wednesday Nov 11 | SeniorJournal.com

    ... more costly Nov. 11, 2009 - Just in time for the holidays, when many senior citizens may suffer from occasional heartburn, a new Best Buy Drugs report from Consumer Reports Health finds that you probably don't need an expensive drug like Nexium, the ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Lipitor, Atorvastatin (generic), Medication, Maalox, Aluminum Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide (generic), Calcium Carbonate (generic), Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Famotidine (generic), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

  14. Avera Medical Minute: Acid RefluxRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 11 | KSFY-TV Sioux Falls

    It's probably safe to say all of us have had a bout of heartburn at least once in our lives.

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  15. 10 ways to boost your brainRead the original story w/Photo

    Wednesday Nov 11 | ABC7 Chicago

    ... times a week cut the risk of developing dementia by one-third. Number four: Watch your meds. Some used to treat heartburn, anxiety, cholesterol, cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes or even allergies can seriously impair your memory. Another ...

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    Related Topix: University of Washington, UC Irvine

  16. Novartis AG Plans $200 Million Ad Blitz for OTC Heartburn DrugRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 11 | BioSpace

    Novartis AG will try to muscle into a crowded market for over-the-counter heartburn drugs this week by launching its new pill, Prevacid 24HR, with the backing of the pharmaceutical giant's largest-ever OTC ad campaign.

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    Related Topix: Biotech, Medicine, Health, Novartis, Healthcare Industry

  17. Hypochondriacs beware... Sharp pains warn of health problemsRead the original story w/Photo

    Wednesday Nov 11 | Okobojian

    ... may also consider corticosteroid injections or surgery to remove the spurs. Upper abdomen What it might be: heartburn Symptoms: burning feeling in the chest behind the breastbone, difficulty swallowing, burning in the throat Causes: stomach ...

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    Related Topix: Appendicitis, Health

  18. Cures for Heartburn

    Tuesday Nov 10 | Associated Content

    Heartburn is a condition in which you feel a burning sensation in your upper abdomen, up to your throat.

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health

  19. Mid-WestworldRead the original story

    Monday Nov 9 | StephenEsque

    ... several varieties of St Louis' meaty, vegetableless cuisine, it came as no surprise to me to learn that the heartburn relief tablet branded Tums was developed nearby. My hotel room was pleasant enough, I must admit, but an otherwise excellent view ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Calcium Carbonate (generic), Medication

  20. Acid reflux and over the counter acid reflux drugs.Read the original story

    Tuesday Nov 3 | Examiner.com

    A burning sensation in your upper gastric area (commonly known as heartburn), mild nausea, maybe even some stomach contents coming back up-many of us have experienced acid reflux at one point or another. Acid reflux -also known as gastro-esophageal ...

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    Related Topix: Medicine, Health, Esophagitis, Maalox, Aluminum Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide (generic)