Heartburn & Indigestion

That burning behind the breastbone after a big meal is stomach acid where it shouldn’t be. Antacids neutralise acid within minutes; alginates like Gaviscon add a protective raft that keeps acid down where it belongs; and acid reducers such as omeprazole and esomeprazole switch production down at the source for longer-lasting control. Frequent heartburn – more than a couple of times a week for several weeks – should be reviewed by a clinician.