Prescription Treatments

• Those who experience a severe or chronic type of stomach pain are usually treated by prescribed medications that focus on changing the way the stomach operates, rather than simply alleviating pain. Antispasmodic drugs relax the muscles in your intestines and decrease indigestion. Some of the common medications include Bentyl, Levsin and Cystospaz.
  
  

Advances in Care

• New treatments offer significantly more relief of stomach pain. Proton pump inhibitors essentially reduce acid by shutting down the acid pumps in the stomach.
  
  

Side Benefits

• A person who experiences constant stomach pain may be more susceptible to depression. Relief then eases both physical and emotional distress.
  
  

Over-the-Counter Treatment

• Antacids like Maalox or Mylanta offer quick relief to indigestion.
  
  

Natural Remedies

• You can avoid stomach pain by eating smarter. Keep track of the foods that cause you pain and strike them from your diet. Avoid stress at meal time, by eating in a quiet place or while listening to restful music. Eat smaller portions and at a slower pace. Avoid lying down within two hours after a meal.