All of the ingredients in Khelp are generally recognized as safe for use during pregnancy and lactation. Always follow best practices for the health of you and your baby and consult your doctor. For more pregnancy safety data click here.

Yes. Because it creates a unique physical barrier vs. a pharmacological mechanism of action, Khelp is safe for long-term use and has no side effects.

Khelp utilizes a unique ingredient called Alginate, derived from seaweed. Our capsules also contain calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate that help it create a gel-like barrier when it hits your stomach acid. This barrier floats above your stomach, blocking the acid from entering your esophagus. No acid in your esophagus means no reflux, heartburn, cough, or voice hoarseness.

Antacids, like Tums, work by neutralizing stomach acid. This treatment is very short-acting and can be minimally effective.

H2 blockers, like Pepcid AC, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), like Prilosec, work by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach. Although effective, both can produce side effects and are not recommended for long-term use.

Most herbal remedies work by “coating” your stomach or esophagus to help soothe symptoms. This approach can also be minimally effective. Khelp provides real relief without interfering with your natural production of stomach acid, which is critical to long-term health.

Due to its physical vs. pharmacological mechanism of action, it is usually fine to take Khelp with other medications or supplements. Many people who experience more severe symptoms will combine a small dose of their prescription reflux medications with Khelp in order to reduce their medication intake over time. We always recommend consulting your doctor, however, for questions about specific medications and use cases.

Khelp usually works immediately, but can take up to 3 weeks of regular use if you have been using other treatments regularly.