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ABSTRACT: Amlapitta is among the most commonly occurring diseases in society. It can be found in any age group, class, or community. The phrase "Amlapitta correlated with hyperacidity" refers to a set of symptoms caused by an imbalance between the acid-secreting and acid-neutralizing mechanisms inside the body that normally protect the stomach and proximal intestine. The stomach naturally produces the acid needed for digestion, and excessive acid generation results in acidity. In India, the prevalence is reported to be between 7.7% and 30%, usually less than 10% in most studies. Dietary factors associated with it include the use of spices and non-vegetarian food. Our Acharyas state that it results from the vitiation of Kapha and Pitta Doshas. Swamarga Chikitsa is recommended for the management of Amlapitta. Pitta Shamana manages Amlapitta through Vamana and Virechana. Hyperacidity can be understood in Ayurveda under the umbrella of Urdhwarga Amlapitta, differentiated from the symptoms of Pittaja Grahani, Sama Pitta, and Vidagdha Jeerna. Patients show improvement in symptoms such as flatulence, nausea, indigestion, acid regurgitation, and retrosternal burning. Significant relief in Amlapitta has been observed with lifestyle and dietary changes combined with Pravala Panchamruta Rasa, Laghu Sutshekhara Rasa, and Avipattikara Churna.