Question

A 42-year-old male presents with a history of heartburn and regurgitation, suggestive of GORD. According to NICE, which is the most appropriate initial pharmacological treatment for symptom relief?

Accepted Answer

Low-dose proton pump inhibitor (PPI)

Answer

Antacids and alginates as sole therapy

Answer

High-dose H2 receptor antagonist

Answer

Prokinetic agent (e.g., metoclopramide)

Answer

Surgery referral for fundoplication

Practice question

A 42-year-old male presents with a history of heartburn and regurgitation, suggestive of GORD. According to NICE, which is the most appropriate initial pharmacological treatment for symptom relief?