Hyperacidity: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Home Remedies

Hyperacidity is the condition wherein the level of acid in your stomach increases. This acid, Hydrochloric acid, aids in the digestion of food and if you have excessive secretion of this acid, you will need hyper acidity treatment.

At Julphar Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries, we provide  Gastro Care and Pain Management which includes hyperacidity treatment. As one of the largest generic pharmaceutical companies in MENA, we are committed to giving safe and high-quality medicines to families all across the region and we offer diverse medicines and therapeutic segments to help treat the ones who need treatment. We have been in the industry for far too long and we have been keeping our jobs intact – this put us to where we are today – one of the most trusted pharmaceutical companies.

Hyperacidity should be treated right as soon as possible. Some of the causes of hyperacidity are:

Prolonged intake of various medicines like anti-inflammatory drugs. If you take drugs for a long period of time, this can lead to hyperacidity.
If you drink too much alcohol. This does not only damage your liver but also take part in hyperacidity problems.
Smoking can also trigger your acidity levels and this is one of the main causes of hyperacidity.
Your eating habits can make you acidic, as well. Fried, oily, and spicy foods can cause hyperacidity; as well as skipping meals on time can give you hyperacidity symptoms.
Stress, one of the main causes of other health problems, can also give you hyperacidity.

Other causes:

Junk foods
Fasting
Aging
Obesity
Pregnancy

Some medicines for treating hyperacidity: (from Julphar)

Antacids
H2-antagonists
Proton pump inhibitors ( PPIs  )

Symptoms of hyperacidity:


Restlessness
Vomiting
Belching
Indigestion
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Stiffness in the stomach


Other symptoms ( for worse cases )

Heartburn that happens each time you finish eating and the pain is more severe when you bend over or lie down
The lining of your esophagus can be damaged which will lead you to become dehydrated and have trouble eating
Chest pain that goes up to your jaw, arms, and back
Gastric ulcers

Home remedies for hyperacidity:

These foods can help you cure hyperacidity and heartburn:

Bananas
Cold milk
Gooseberries
Fennel seeds
Buttermilk
Basil leaves
Pineapple juice
Raw almonds
Mint leaves
Garlic
Ginger


Lifestyle advice:

Avoid caffeine
Avoid processed foods
Avoid spicy, salty, and sour foods
Take meals regularly
Practice yoga



Sources:

https://www.jiva.com/diseases/hyperacidity/
http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/remedy/Hyperacidity-and-Heartburn.html
https://www.femina.in/wellness/home-remedies/best-home-remedies-for-acidity-and-heartburn-80679-1.html
http://digestion.ygoy.com/2010/05/10/hyper-acidity-symptoms-and-causes-of-hyperacidity/

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Wound Care: Signs, Types and When to Seek Treatment

Women Care Tips From One of the Largest Pharmaceutical Companies in the UAE

What are the benefits that you can get from a cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialist's help?