Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Treatment and Medication Refill

Our telehealth prescription refill solutions for GERD provide a quick and cost-effective way to get evaluated for treatments designed to help manage GERD. If you meet the eligibility criteria, a board-certified doctor will review your request online and renew your prescription or start you on a new treatment regimen. Enjoy the convenience of avoiding unnecessary visits to the doctor’s office while maintaining your treatment routine.

PonteVita Rx offers a convenient online GERD medication prescription refill service for patients using routine and maintenance medications for GERD. However, not all conditions are suitable for 1-year refills. For those seeking help with GERD, we conduct an initial evaluation and provide an online prescription only if clinically appropriate and indicated.

Instead of the usual 90-day refill cycle, we offer a full year of prescription refills for patients on routine medications. PonteVita Rx can send prescriptions to any pharmacy in the U.S., ensuring you always have access to your medicine, whether you’re traveling, moving, or if you’ve forgotten your medications. Simply send a message anytime to receive an immediate GERD treatment refill to any location in the country.

No, you do not need insurance to use our service. PonteVita Rx operates on a subscription-based model, making it easy to access GERD prescriptions without worrying about insurance coverage or copays.

PonteVita Rx does not accept insurance as a form of payment. You can use your insurance to pay for your prescription at the pharmacy. PonteVita Rx does accept HSA/FSA cards as a form of payment though.

PonteVita Rx offers a tier-based subscription model based on the medications you need to refill. You can choose from these plans:

• $10/month to refill 1-2 medications.
• $15/month to refill 3-4 medications.
• $20/month to refill 5 medications.

We collect the full-year payment upfront when you sign up for our service. Based on the plans above, your access to a full year of service will be:

• $120 for 1-2 medications
• $180 for 3-4 medications
• $240 for 5 or more medications

This ensures you won’t worry about monthly payments and can enjoy uninterrupted access to our services.

PonteVita Rx makes prescription management hassle-free by offering a convenient and efficient online GERD medication prescription refill service. You can refill your GERD medication prescription online for up to a year. Through readily available prescriptions, we aim to help you stay on top of your treatment routine more quickly.

PonteVita Rx understands the importance of timely prescription access for patients. Once you’ve completed the renewal process, your online doctor will immediately send an electronic prescription to your chosen pharmacy. This can usually be picked up within the next 20 to 30 minutes.

Symptoms of GERD include heartburn, acid reflux, difficulty swallowing, regurgitation of food or sour liquid, and chest pain. Chronic symptoms include a persistent cough, laryngitis, and new or worsening asthma.

GERD is caused by frequent acid reflux, which occurs when stomach acid or bile flows back into the esophagus. Factors contributing to GERD include obesity, pregnancy, smoking, certain medications, eating large meals, and lying down right after a meal. Conditions like hiatal hernia can also play a role.

GERD is diagnosed based on your symptoms and may require tests such as endoscopy, pH monitoring, or esophageal manometry. If you experience frequent acid reflux or heartburn, consult your healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

The most effective prescription medications for GERD treatment include:

• Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs): Medications such as omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium), and pantoprazole (Protonix) reduce the production of stomach acid and help heal the esophagus.
• H2 Receptor Blockers: Medications like ranitidine (Zantac) and famotidine (Pepcid) reduce acid production and provide relief from symptoms.
• Prokinetics: Medications such as metoclopramide (Reglan) can help strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter and improve gastric emptying.

By using PonteVita Rx, you can conveniently manage your GERD treatment and maintain access to these essential medications.

A GERD episode often feels like a burning sensation in the chest (heartburn), which can extend to the throat and result in a sour or bitter taste in the mouth. You might also experience regurgitation of food or liquid, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, and a sensation of a lump in your throat.

To calm down a GERD episode, you can try the following:

• Elevate your head: Use extra pillows to keep your head elevated while lying down or sleeping.
• Avoid trigger foods: Stay away from foods and drinks that can worsen symptoms, such as spicy foods, fatty foods, chocolate, caffeine, and alcohol.
• Eat smaller meals: Opt for smaller, more frequent meals instead of large ones.
• Stay upright: Avoid lying down immediately after eating. Wait at least two to three hours before lying down or going to bed.
• Take antacids: Over-the-counter antacids can help neutralize stomach acid and provide quick relief.
• Wear loose clothing: Avoid tight-fitting clothes that can put pressure on your abdomen.

For ongoing management, follow your prescribed medication regimen and consult your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen.