Symptoms and triggers of acid indigestion

Symptoms & Triggers

Here's what "acid indigestion" means

When excess stomach acid leaks into your esophagus, it can cause the burning and pain that leads to heartburn.

Acid indigestion is a general term that covers a wide range of digestive issues. Acid indigestion or acid reflux occurs when too much stomach acid flows backwards into the esophagus. Heartburn is a symptom of acid indigestion.

These are some symptoms of acid indigestion

Bloating
Nausea
Queasiness
Feeling uncomfortable fullness

Sometimes acid indigestion can be the sign of a more serious condition. Speak to your healthcare professional if you experience:

Frequent vomiting
Blood in vomit
Weight loss or loss of appetite
Black stools
Difficult or painful swallowing
Shortness of breath, sweating, or pain that radiates from the jaw, neck, or arm
Symptoms that persist for more than two weeks

These are some symptoms of acid indigestion

Some of the things that can trigger acid indigestion

Your favorite foods may never cause a problem. But sometimes you can eat too much of a good thing. So your stomach has to produce extra acid to digest all that food, and the result can be uncomfortable acid indigestion.

But there are lots of common foods and beverages that can trigger acid indigestion even if you don’t consume that much. And there are lifestyle habits that can cause it too.

Tips for avoiding acid indigestion

Rolaids® helps keep your lifestyle from ruining your lifestyle. But you can make smart decisions that can help avoid acid indigestion in the first place.

Here are a few suggestions:

Food triggers

Try to limit the foods and beverages that worsen symptoms
Eat less fatty, spicy food
Eat less fried, greasy food
Drink less coffee
Drink fewer carbonated drinks

Medication triggers*

Be aware about prescription medication that can cause acid indigestion. Speak to your healthcare professional about other options.

Lifestyle triggers

Eat smaller, more frequent meals, so your stomach doesn't get too full.
Wear loose-fitting clothes. Tight jeans may look great, but they’re tough on a full stomach.
Avoid stressful situations, especially right after eating.
Get plenty of rest. It will reduce the stress and fatigue that can make indigestion worse.
Avoid smoking cigarettes.
Avoid drinking alcohol.
Be aware of your weight. Excess weight can make symptoms worse. So if you are overweight, consider talking to your healthcare provider about a safe weight loss program.

Rolaids® is here to help

Fortunately, the two active ingredients in Rolaids® — calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide — deliver effective, rapid relief for your heartburn, sour stomach, acid indigestion and upset stomach associated with these symptoms.

*Ask a doctor or a pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

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