Patient states the purpose of taking antacids, H2 receptor antagonists, and PPIs for management of gastric hyperacidity. • Patient describes the various adverse effects associated with antacids such...

Patient states the purpose of taking antacids, H2 receptor antagonists, and PPIs for management of gastric hyperacidity. • Patient describes the various adverse effects associated with antacids such as diarrhea, constipation, and acid rebound. • Patient describes the expected adverse effects associated with other acid-controlling drugs such as constipation, diarrhea, headache, and confusion, and seeks advice from the prescriber if adverse effects worsen or are not relieved after several days.