| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastroesophageal reflux disease | 18 | 9 | |
| Hiatal hernia | 12 | 2 | |
| Acid reflux | 10 | 3 | |
| Pain | 3 | 1 | |
| Aspiration pneumonia | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) | 4 | |
| Acid reflux | 1 | |
| Esophagus narrowing | 1 | |
| Excessive gas | 1 | |
| Mitral valve regurgitation | 1 | |
| Sore throat | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 3 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 3 |