Sit upright or stand up
Loosen tight clothing
Avoid lying down for at least 2 to 3 hours after eating
Take small sips of water
Use an antacid as directed on the label
Use an H2 blocker or proton pump inhibitor if prescribed or previously recommended by a clinician
Chew sugar-free gum
Try a bland snack if your stomach is empty
Avoid trigger foods and drinks
Avoid smoking or vaping
Breathe slowly and relax
Seek urgent medical care if the chest pain is severe, new, worsening, or feels different from usual
Seek urgent medical care if you have shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, fainting, pain spreading to the arm, jaw, back, or shoulder, or nausea with chest pain