• Antacids: Usually these are available as tablets. Antacids neutralise the excess acid in your stomach. Whilst antacids provide rapid relief, they have a limited duration of action, and sometimes more than one tablet may be required to achieve a longer lasting effect.

• Acid balancers: These are usually available as tablets. They help reduce the amount of acid produced in the stomach to bring it back to a normal level. Acid balancers provide a long lasting effect - which can last for up to 12 hours, however they do not work as quickly as antacids.

• Rafting agents: These are usually taken as liquids. They form a 'raft' by sitting on top of the acid, and so prevents the acid from escaping into the oesophagus. Rafting agents provide a longer lasting relief than antacids however sometimes the 'raft effect' can become less effective when lying down.

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