Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, often called GORD, occurs when stomach acid repeatedly flows into the food pipe. It can cause heartburn and regurgitation, with acid or food returning to the mouth or throat.
Key points
- Frequency: GORD is reflux that happens more than twice a week, rather than occasional acid reflux.
- Symptoms: Heartburn and regurgitation can occur when stomach contents move back towards the throat or mouth.
- Complications: Ongoing gastro-oesophageal reflux disease can irritate the food pipe and may lead to narrowing or Barrett’s oesophagus.
- Management: Lifestyle changes may help, while medicines or surgery are sometimes used.
Medicines listed for Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease
The listed products include proton pump inhibitors, which reduce stomach acid, including Esomeprazole and Omeprazole. The range also includes pantoprazole, rabeprazole, lansoprazole, dexlansoprazole, ranitidine and metoclopramide. Products are supplied as capsules or tablets.