Gastric Ulcer Medications

Omeprazole (Prilosec) is an inexpensive drug used to treat certain conditions where there is too much acid in the stomach, like ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in both generic and brand versions, and without a prescription. Generic omeprazole is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

Famotidine (Pepcid) is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can also relieve heartburn from acid reflux. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions.Generic famotidine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

Nexium (esomeprazole) is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, certain bacteria in the stomach, and inflammation of the esophagus. It can also be used to prevent ulcers in patients taking medicines called NSAIDs. Esomeprazole is more popular than other proton pump inhibitors. It is available in brand and generic versions.

Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Generic esomeprazole is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.

Konvomep (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) is used to treat active benign gastric ulcers and used to reduce the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding. There are currently no generic alternatives for Konvomep. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could help offset the cost.

MISOPROSTOL prevents stomach ulcers in people who take NSAID medications. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach and protecting the stomach lining.

Lansoprazole (Prevacid) is a moderately priced drug used to treat GERD, heartburn, gastric ulcer, and duodenal ulcer. It works by reducing acid in the stomach. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic lansoprazole is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

ESOMEPRAZOLE treats heartburn, stomach ulcers, reflux disease, or other conditions that cause too much stomach acid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. It belongs to a group of medications called PPIs.

CIMETIDINE treats heartburn, stomach ulcers, reflux disease, or other conditions that cause too much stomach acid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach.

Omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate (Zegerid) is an expensive drug used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This drug is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

NIZATIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and discomfort, and the heartburn from acid reflux.\n \nThis medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

IBUPROFEN; FAMOTIDINE treats arthritis. It works by decreasing pain and inflammation. It also reduces the risk of developing stomach ulcers when taking NSAID medications. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach and protecting the stomach lining. It is a combination of an NSAID and acid reducer (H2 blocker).

ESOMEPRAZOLE treats reflux disease and other conditions that cause too much stomach acid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. It belongs to a group of medications called PPIs.