The aim of this trial was to compare short-term efficacy of an alginate (Gaviscon®, 4 × 10 mL/day) and omeprazole (20 mg/day) on GERD symptoms in general practice. Methods A 14-day multicentre ...

Omeprazole in symptOmatic treatment of moDerate gastroesophageal reflux" (GOOD), the aim of which was to compare short-term symptomatic efficacy and safety between an alginate (Gaviscon®, 4 × 10 ...

Alginate-containing antacids (for example, Gaviscon Infant) form a “raft” that floats on the surface of the stomach contents which should reduce reflux and afford some protection to the oesophageal ...