Question

A 45-year-old man complains of frequent heartburn and acid regurgitation unrelieved by lifestyle measures. According to NICE guidelines, which initial pharmacological therapy is most appropriate for suspected GORD?

Accepted Answer

Proton pump inhibitor (omeprazole)

Answer

H2-receptor antagonist (ranitidine)

Answer

Alginate-antacid combination

Answer

Prokinetic agent (metoclopramide)

Answer

Short course of antibiotics

Practice question

A 45-year-old man complains of frequent heartburn and acid regurgitation unrelieved by lifestyle measures. According to NICE guidelines, which initial pharmacological therapy is most appropriate for suspected GORD?