That’s why the rabbi told that poor woman to throw away her Mylanta, and just when she needed it most.

Old standbys such as Maalox and Mylanta have been supplanted by more effective, more expensive drugs, including proton pump inhibitors.

If your symptoms strike less often, use a fast-acting over-the-counter antacid such Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids or Tums.