Sit upright or stand up
Loosen tight clothing
Sip a small amount of water
Take an antacid if you have one
Try an alginate-based reflux medicine if available
Chew sugar-free gum
Avoid lying down for at least 2 to 3 hours
Avoid more food, alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods, and fatty foods
Elevate your upper body if you must rest
Take a short walk
Use an H2 blocker or acid reducer if you normally use one
Seek urgent medical help if chest pain is severe, new, or spreading, or if you have trouble breathing, vomiting blood, black stools, or trouble swallowing