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Reflux Esophagitis Treatment: Drugs
Prescription and nonprescription medicines are used to treat reflux esophagitis.

Medications used to treat reflux esophagitis include:
  • Antacids
  • Acid blockers:
    • H2 antagonists
    • Proton pump inhibitors
  • Gastric motility agents:
    • Metoclopramide (Reglan)
    • Can reduce acid reflux by tightening the lower esophageal sphincter muscle.
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Last Updated: Aug 17, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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