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Your Acid Reflux Meds Aren’t Working – This Could be Why

If you’ve been struggling with acid reflux and find that your usual medications aren’t helping, you’re not alone.

It’s frustrating to deal with symptoms like heartburn, only to discover that the meds you rely on aren’t doing the job. But what if the problem isn’t just Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

There’s another type of reflux that might be the real culprit: LPR, or silent reflux. That’s where Larri Oral Spray could make all the difference.

Understanding Acid Reflux: GERD vs. LPR

Acid reflux comes in two main forms: GERD and LPR. Understanding the difference is key to finding the right treatment.

What Is GERD?

GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. It happens when stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube that connects your mouth and stomach, called the esophagus. This backwash (acid reflux) can irritate the lining of your esophagus, leading to common symptoms like:

  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • A burning sensation in your chest

These are the symptoms most people associate with acid reflux. Traditional GERD medications, like antacids or proton pump inhibitors, work by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This can help relieve those typical symptoms.

What Is LPR?

LPR, or laryngopharyngeal reflux, is sometimes called silent reflux because it doesn’t always cause the same symptoms as GERD. Instead of causing heartburn, LPR often results in symptoms like:

  • A lump in your throat
  • Chronic cough
  • Hoarseness or voice changes
  • The need to clear your throat constantly

LPR occurs when stomach acid reaches up into the throat and larynx (voice box). This means it can cause problems without the classic burning sensation of heartburn.

Because LPR symptoms are different from GERD, they’re often overlooked or mistaken for other issues.

Get your LPR score

Measure the strength of your LPR symptoms by taking our LPR Questionnaire. You’ll be able to see your LPR ‘score’ using a scientifically validated questionnaire. We’ll also send you a personalised report based on your results.

Why Traditional GERD Medications May Fail

If you’re treating GERD but actually have LPR, your medications might not be effective. That’s because GERD meds are designed to reduce acid in the stomach, but they don’t stop the reflux from reaching your throat.

LPR requires a different approach because the problem isn’t just about acid—it’s about protecting the delicate tissues in your throat from damage.

How Larri Oral Spray Can Help

Unlike traditional GERD medications, Larri Oral Spray focuses on the unique needs of people with LPR. It doesn’t just reduce acid—it protects, lubricates, and soothes the throat, offering relief from those frustrating symptoms that GERD meds miss.

What Is Larri Oral Spray?

Larri Oral Spray provides 3-way action to effectively relieve LPR-related symptoms by protecting, lubricating, and soothing your throat. It’s specially designed to target the symptoms of LPR. It contains three key ingredients:

  • Magnesium Alginate: Creates a protective barrier in your throat, keeping the acid from causing further damage.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate: Helps lubricate and soothe the throat, making it easier to swallow and reducing the feeling of a lump in your throat.
  • Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea Extract): Soothes inflamed tissues and helps reduce irritation in the throat.

Why Larri is Different

If your acid reflux meds aren’t working, it might be because you’re dealing with LPR, not just GERD. The symptoms are different, and so is the solution.

Larri Oral Spray is a targeted treatment that could help where traditional GERD meds fall short.

If you recognize the symptoms of silent reflux in yourself, it’s worth trying Larri Oral Spray. It could be the change you’ve been waiting for.

You can find Larri Oral Spray at Dischem and leading pharmacies across South Africa.

It’s a quick and pleasant-tasting way to ease the discomfort caused by silent reflux, helping you feel better fast.