Heartburn is caused by stomach acid traveling upwards towards the throat which is commonly known as acid reflux. It feels like a burning sensation in the middle of the chest.
Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, can be felt in different ways and usually happens after eating or drinking. Heartburn is one of the symptoms of indigestion.
Acid reflux can be caused by certain food and drinks and a range of lifestyle factors such as being overweight, smoking, stress and anxiety, some medicines and pregnancy.
Did you know Pyrocalm can be taken during pregnancy?
Pyrocalm Control 20mg Gastro-Resistant Tablets* contain omeprazole which helps reduce the amount of acid your stomach makes. Omeprazole is a widely used treatment for heartburn and acid reflux and can be taken by pregnant women over 18 years of age.
IMPORTANT: Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine in pregnancy.
About Pyrocalm Control
Pyrocalm Control 20mg Gastro-Resistant Tablets (omeprazole) is available over the counter without a prescription. It can be used for the short-term treatment of reflux symptoms including heartburn and acid reflux.
It provides up to 24-hour confidence in heartburn control.
References
1 Patient Information Leaflet
2 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heartburn-and-acid-reflux/
3 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg184/chapter/1-Recommendations
4 https://www.nct.org.uk/pregnancy/worries-and-discomforts/common-discomforts/heartburn-indigestion-and-acid-reflux-pregnancy
5 https://www.health.com/condition/gerd/9-medications-that-can-cause-heartburn
6 https://www.everydayhealth.com/gerd/gerd-and-smoking.aspx
7 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2880354/
8 https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/united-states-of-stress/how-stress-affects-digestion/
9 Blenkinsopp, J., Paxton, P., & Blenkinsopp, J. (2014). Symptoms in the pharmacy: A guide to the management of common illnesses. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: John Wiley & Sons Inc.
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