Heartburn Drugs Can Thwart Popular Blood Thinner Nov 19, 2009
also found that people taking the acid reflux drugs Prilosec or Protonix in combination with blood thinners such as Plavix had a higher risk for death after angioplasty than people who didn't take the two popular antacids. In January, Sanofi and Bristol-Myers updated Plavix's labeling to advise against using it in combination with certain heartburn drugs, the Associated Press reported. (MEDLINEplus)
Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate Nov 18, 2009
MONDAY, Nov. 16 (HealthDay News) -- People taking the acid reflux drugs Prilosec or Protonix in combination with blood thinners such as Plavix have a higher risk for death after angioplasty than people who don't take the two popular antacids, a new study has found ... The findings add to a lively back-and-forth about the dangers -- or lack thereof -- of combining antacids with blood thinners, with studies over the past few years coming down on both sides of the debate ... One problem with the... (MEDLINEplus)
Hidreth: The Unity of the Inner Man: digestion and assimilation Nov 10, 2009
Even antacids that might be used because you were upset mentally, ate too much or too fast, or 101 other reasons will upset the balance. The antacid will block or alter the breakdown, particularly of proteins, which requires a low gastric pH within the stomach. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs? Nov 6, 2009
On that news, the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions urged health-care providers treating patients with the clot-prevention therapy to consider prescribing antacids or other acid-blockers instead of PPIs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also recommended that health-care providers reevaluate PPI use in Plavix patients. (MEDLINEplus)
COLUMN: 'Good without God' seems to turn nothing into a bit of something to brag about Oct 24, 2009
I m good without antacids, most of the time. I d say I m good without chocolate, too, but I m better with it. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
So that others might see: Lions Club donating sunglasses to Haitians Oct 16, 2009
The mission team, affiliated with the Church of the Brethren, takes gifts of school supplies, toiletry items, hand sanitizers, vitamins, antacids, and Tylenol to be distributed among the people. They also routinely administer worm medicine. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Windows smashed, police regain control Sep 25, 2009
"They took out the whole neighborhood, man," said Dylan Wilcox, a demonstrator who was treated by street "medics" who carried milk, water and antacids to wash the gas from his eyes. "I was astonished. I'm actually kind of overwhelmed," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
How to Treat GERD Symptoms with OTC... Sep 23, 2009
Antacids should be used in conjunction with other medications for GERD. These drugs can cause constipation and diarrhea when overused ... These drugs do not have the quick effect like antacids. (Suite101.com)
GUEST COLUMN: What the sales tax hike means to you Sep 11, 2009
Although most food items are not subject to the sales tax, items such as antacids, vitamins, dietary supplements and weight-loss aids are taxable. Foods sold in a restaurant part of a store are taxable and so is any food sold as take out or to go, with some exceptions. (Easton Journal, MA)
Reflux Drugs OK with Blood Thinners Sep 3, 2009
Taking antacids with anti-clotting drugs doesn't change outcomes after a heart attack, researchers find ... TUESDAY, Sept. 1 (HealthDay News) -- Antacids don't interfere with anti-clotting drugs such as Plavix and Effient in patients who have suffered a heart attack or unstable angina, a new study finds ... The results counter other studies that concluded that a class of antacids known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) could block the effect of anti-clotting drugs. (MEDLINEplus)
Drugstores focus on drugs helps it thrive Aug 29, 2009
A space amounting to an office bookshelf stocks a handful of over-the-counter pain relievers and antacids. There are some candy bars by the register and a rack of greeting cards. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Acid Reflux Home Remedies Aug 20, 2009
Antacids are among the most common treatments for acid reflux. However, natural reflux remedy can be just as effective. (Suite101.com)
The Effects of too Much Iron in the... Aug 17, 2009
On the other hand, dairy products such as milk and eggs can decrease the absorption of iron as well as soy, coffee and antacids. Males who consume large amounts of alcohol are more likely to experience iron overload than those who drink moderately. (Suite101.com)
• Gallbladder removal leads to complications Aug 14, 2009
I have eliminated beans, dairy products, processed foods and taken antacids and Pepto-Bismol but continue to have the same feeling. My doctor told me that my digestive system is not working properly. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Newsweek: The next blockbuster drugs Jul 23, 2009
Unlike fast-acting medications like over-the-counter antacids, proton pump inhibitors take much longer to work, but they offer long-lasting relief. The top prescription heartburn treatment by far is AztraZeneca plc's "purple pill" Nexium, with 2009 expected revenue of about $5. (MSNBC -- Health)
Hurricane Survival Tips Jul 17, 2009
-For equipment, supplies include: - manual can opener - flashlight - portable battery powered lanterns - glass enclosed candles - battery powered radio or TV - battery operated alarm clock - extra batteries, including hearing aids - ice chest and ice - first aid kit, including aspirin, antibiotic cream and antacids - mosquito repellent - sun screen (SPF 45 recommended) - waterproof matches/butane lighter - money - bleach or water purification tablets - maps of the area with landmarks -... (CBS News -- US)
Physical Changes to Your Body Durin... Jul 15, 2009
Symptoms can be relieved by eating smaller meals, not lying flat for several hours after eating, avoiding aspirin and related salicylate drugs and taking liquid antacids (that do not contain sodium bicarbonate). Heartburn at night can be alleviated by not eating for at least two hours before going to bed and using pillows to prop up the head and shoulders while sleeping. (Suite101.com)
Web sites boost connections in crises Jun 16, 2009
When antacids didn't bring relief, his doctor decided to take a closer look. "They scoped me, did a biopsy and there it was," said Gehle. (CNN -- Health)
Going Cold Turkey From Meat Jun 16, 2009
And finally, a physician, his father, Dr. Esselstyn who sees the importance of healthy eating and how a change in lifestyle can eliminate disease, instead of writing countless prescriptions for high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, antacids, etc. As a registered dietitian myself, and registered nurse, I was just floored when hearing Nancy Rodriguez, the nutritionist who was interviewed, say that by eliminating meat, our diets might be deficient in certain nutrients. (CBS News -- Health)
Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture Jun 4, 2009
TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- Powerful and widely used antacids called proton pump inhibitors and histamine-2 receptor antagonists relieve stomach acid, but also appear to increase the risk of hip and thigh fractures, a new study confirms. This new report, when coupled with findings from several other studies, supports the idea that these drugs increase the risk of bone breaks. (MEDLINEplus)
Be prepared for hurricane season Jun 4, 2009
Copies of medical records for each family member * A list of primary care managers, other doctors' names and phone numbers * Emergency contact names and phone numbers * TRICARE Regional and pharmacy contractors and Medicare contacts * A list of known prescription medications and doses * A list of each family member's allergies * A properly stored 30-day supply of prescription medications * Non-prescription drugs such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids, laxatives, itch control... (The Dolphin, CT)
Drugs/Vitamins May 20, 2009
For example, according to Vagnini, common aluminum antacids such as Maalox and Mylanta can cause a depletion of vitamin A, vitamin D, folic acid, calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc. Statin drugs, like Lipitor, Mevacor, Zocor and Pravachol, are meant to treat elevated levels of cholesterol. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Dogene patents spur or stifle science? May 14, 2009
Challenging Myriads patents might get Myriads lawyers fired up but why are so many other patent attorneys and biotech execs reaching for their antacids. The ACLU lawsuit has direct implications for every patent on a gene sequence and there are loads of those. (MSNBC -- Health)
Health Tip: Taking an Antacid May 14, 2009
The American Academy of Family Physicians offers this information about OTC antacids. Talk to your doctor before you take one, since there are different types of antacids that work in different ways ... In some users, antacids may have minor side effects such as nausea, headache, diarrhea or constipation. (MEDLINEplus)
Techniquehelped curbheartburn May 12, 2009
I'm now 61 years old and have taken antacids for years. About 10 years ago, my doctor recommended a technique to curb heartburn. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Telling Heartburn from Heart Attack Can Be Tricky May 7, 2009
"It's often difficult for people to tell the difference,'' said Dr. Ravi Dave, a cardiologist and associate clinical professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles. Complicating the issue is that some people with diagnosed heart disease will also have heartburn, Dave said. "Those are the patients who don't want to say, 'Oh, this is just heartburn' and not worry about it," he said. Dr. Ronnie Fass, a gastroenterologist and professor of... (MEDLINEplus)
Minerals - Naturally Occurring Apr 17, 2009
A classic example is iron's inability to be absorbed when taken with antacids. Per the National Institute of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements, serious conditions can result from deficiencies such as in zinc which can result in growth retardation and impaired immunity. (Suite101.com)
Did milk of magnesia kill kidneys? Apr 14, 2009
They should avoid supplements, laxatives or antacids that contain it. Overdosing on magnesium might overwhelm the system and result in magnesium toxicity. (Athens Banner-Herald)
When severe weather hits...do you know what to do? Apr 10, 2009
Tools and supplies, including bandages, anti-bacterial ointment, scissors and non-prescription drugs such as pain relievers and antacids. Extra blankets, clothing and shoes. (Boone Today, IA)
McAllister: Dietary calcium best for bones Apr 7, 2009
Familiar sources of calcium carbonate are the nutritional products Caltrate and OsCal, as well as some antacids, including Tums and Rolaids. Compared to calcium carbonate, supplements containing calcium citrate tend to be a little more expensive, but they may be more convenient to use since it s not necessary to take them after meals. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Solve your stomach woes Mar 20, 2009
Are you steering clear of antacids when heartburn hits ... How to make the grade: Ditch the conventional antacids and take a liquid version called Gaviscon instead, says Dr. Raymond. (MSNBC -- Health)
Paula's Health Notes: Milk Does a Body Good Mar 7, 2009
The author also gets into the stomach acid issue, and mentions that overuse of antacids can inhibit your ability to absorb B-12. But I don't want to forget the most important health news this week: President Obama intends to enact health care reform by the end of this year. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
How to recover from jet lag Mar 1, 2009
And the medicine kit should contain any prescription or over-the-counter remedy you and your healthcare provider have decided that you need such as non-narcotic analgesics, decongestants, anti-diarrheals, laxatives and antacids. A simple yet effective technique is to get the mind and body to believe they already have arrived at the destination. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Real men aren't afraid of the doc Feb 19, 2009
You guys will sit around wolfing down antacids for a week then all of a sudden, there are paramedics in your living room prying a remote from your hand so it won't short out when they jump-start your heart. Do you really wonder why women think you're denser than lead. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Antacids Are Best First Choice for Indigestion Feb 7, 2009
THURSDAY, Jan. 15 (HealthDay News) -- Starting treatment for dyspepsia -- the medical name for indigestion -- with run-of-the-mill antacids, then moving up to more sophisticated drugs if needed, is slightly less costly than starting with the more powerful drugs, a new study says ... But he added that, "overall, most patients with dyspepsia could and should be managed with antacids and H2 receptor antagonists instead of treatment with proton pump inhibitors. Treatment with proton pump inhibitors... (MEDLINEplus)
