Empowering Pharmacists in Heartburn Management: Practical Insights for OTC Treatment and Self-Care

Heartburn is a prevalent and frequently self-managed condition, with a myriad of over-the-counter (OTC) treatment options available for self-care. The potential for misinterpretation of drug labels and improper OTC medication selection may result in inadequate treatment, potential drug interactions,...

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Published in:	Pharmacy
Main Authors:	Mary Barna Bridgeman, Ashok Hospattankar, Kamran Siddiqui, Nardine Nakhla
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-09-01
Subjects:	heartburn acid reflux pharmacist over-the-counter medications patient safety therapy optimization
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/13/5/124

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