Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a type of medication that reduces how much acid your stomach produces. Doctors prescribe PPIs to treat stomach ulcers and symptoms of chronic acid reflux, also known ...

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Key Takeaways Antacids work quickly to relieve heartburn but provide short-lasting ...

A new study found a link between certain types of acid reflux medications and dementia. Patients who took proton pump inhibitors consistently for more than 4.4 years had a greater risk of dementia ...