Addressing the root cause of your child’s acid reflux or frequent illnesses instead of a pharmaceutical quick fix could save you both bigger headaches down the road. A large study shows antacid and antibiotic use in early childhood significantly raises the risk of developing allergiesAddressing the root cause of your child’s acid reflux or frequent illnesses instead of a pharmaceutical quick fix could save you both bigger headaches down the road. A large study shows antacid and antibiotic use in early childhood significantly raises the risk of developing allergies.