Q. What are the stomach pain tablet name?
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Stomach pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastritis, ulcers, hernias and food poisoning. Depending on the cause of your stomach discomfort, your doctor may recommend either an over-the-counter or prescription medication to provide relief.
Common over-the-counter medications for relieving stomach pain include antacids such as Mylanta or Rolaids; H2 blockers such as Pepcid AC or Zantac; and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as Prilosec OTC. Prescription medications used to treat stomach pain may include antibiotics to kill bacteria causing the infection; corticosteroids to reduce inflammation in disorders like Crohn’s disease; antiemetics for nausea related to gastroenteritis; antidiarrheal medicines such as loperamide; antiviral drugs for hepatitis C virus infection that causes liver inflammation and digestive problems; and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen sodium which may be prescribed when inflammation is causing abdominal cramping.
Your healthcare provider will determine which treatment is most appropriate depending on the cause of your symptoms. If you experience persistent severe abdominal or rectal pain it is important to seek medical attention right away so that any underlying condition can be identified and treated properly before it worsens.
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