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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Prevention

Some medicines may cause gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as a side effect. If any medicines you take seem to be the cause of your heartburn, talk with your doctor. Don't stop taking a prescription medicine until you talk with your doctor.

You can make changes to your lifestyle to help relieve your symptoms of GERD. For more information, see Home Treatment.

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Last Updated: May 11, 2011

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