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HIGHLIGHTSGERD type symptoms vary widely; may be influenced by volume, height, and composition.Transient LES relaxation is the common mechanism for GER and troublesome symptoms.No single pharmaceutical or non‐pharmacological target exists to treat infant GERD. &NA; Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) constitutes a troublesome symptom complex resulting from retrograde passage of gastric contents into the esophagus or extra‐esophageal regions. Premature‐born, high‐risk infants and those with neuro‐aero‐digestive pathologies are at increased risk. Critical review over the last 3 years was conducted, and current opinions on pharmacological targets include agents aimed at prevention of transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation, modification of the physico‐chemical composition of gastric contents, modification of gut motility, or altering sensory thresholds to ameliorate the troublesome symptoms. As data from well‐designed studies is limited in the infant population, information from adult studies has been cited where potential application may be helpful.