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To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:32 AM
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what do you use to get a handle on this devil without paying 50 dollars a box for nexium? I swear I go through a bottle of tums a week. Switched to an OTC pill. Now I go through a bottle every week and a half. TIA
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:32 AM
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go to the doc and get a prescription.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:33 AM
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did that. Nexium. 50 bucks a pop.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:36 AM
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good lord, you on an obamacare plan? That sucks... I've only paid over $15 for a prescription once and it was for shots I had to get due to blood clots and there was no generic available....
For occasional use I like Gaviscon. When I was heavier I got it a lot but losing weight and eating better has taken care of most of my reflux.
Also, I know Costco has OTC stuff in bulk so might be another option.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:38 AM
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Worse. BC/BS State plan. Gotten worse every year. Covers less and less.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:42 AM
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My wife has BC/BS state and it is getting worse and worse. Thankfully, we haven't run across any expensive prescriptions for her yet.
Gaviscon is great if you're in a bind, much better than tums or any of the other tabs IMO. Not sure if there's a better DTD pill. You might want to ask your doc if there's something comparable for cheaper. Not sure if there's anything OTC that will be as effective as a prescription drug.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:44 AM
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I weighed between 180 and 200 since High School and never had heart burn.
Now I'm 44 about 220 and eat Rolaids like candy.
You think this is because of the extra 20-30 lbs?
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 1:15 PM
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Dunno man but it's possible, I can say from experience that losing weight and cutting out acidic(mostly tomato based) stuff cured most of my issues. Getting older doesn't help either.
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Does it work?
Jan 28, 2016, 9:36 AM
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I know tums is cheap, but how long does the Nexium last effectively? If you're going through a bottle of Tums a week, it may not be that more expensive to use the Nexium if it works.
If Nexium isn't effective, the doctor may have other options. Do you have hiatal hernia?
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Re: Does it work?
Jan 28, 2016, 11:13 AM
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No, nothing like that. Just have always had it. Not sure if there is a genetic trait but almost everybody in my family has AR to some extent.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:35 AM
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Mine probably isnt as bad as yours but I elevate headboard and use Pepcid AC before eating foods that are acidic. Chewable Pepcid afterward is better than Tums in my opinion
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern- OH and I found
Jan 28, 2016, 9:44 AM
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I had less heartburn this football season than usual but I'm not sure why. 
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern- OH and I found
Jan 28, 2016, 11:13 AM
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Cheaper Bourbon?
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I quit
Jan 28, 2016, 9:40 AM
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eating gluten. about 3 weeks after eliminating that I haven't had reflux or heart burn since. Now anytime I cheat and have a donut or something I immediately get heartburn
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Re: I quit
Jan 28, 2016, 11:14 AM
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I rather have heartburn.
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Omeprazole
Jan 28, 2016, 9:41 AM
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Costs about $20 for a pack of 50. Over the counter it's 20 mg. I used to be on a prescription for 40 mg and that cost me $30 every 3 months.
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Re: Omeprazole
Jan 28, 2016, 9:43 AM
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I couldn't think of the name but that's the prescription my doc gave me a while back. Worked well for me and it was cheap.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:42 AM
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1/2 tablespoon of baking soda in a glass of water. It's like drinking a pack of tums and works almost instantly.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:46 AM
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I've got GERD and prescription Omeprazole (Prilosec) in the AM and OTC Zantac in the PM keeps mine under control. I used to be on Nexium but like you switched due to cost. I keep a few Nexium handy in case of a flareup.
BTW, Nexium's patent expired in 2014 so you should be able to get generic.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:50 AM
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Most insurance plans regard heartburn/acid reflux as a "lifestyle nuisance" not a medical condition. Since Nexium became available as an "Over-the-Counter" drug most formularies list it as a Tier III which is a polite way of saying "don't expect us to pay for it!". First, see if your doctor is willing to diagnose "GERD", Gastro-Esophogeal Reflux Disease, and prescribe Omeprazole 40mg/day. This is a generic drug of Nexium and works well for me, plus my insurance lists it as Tier I. Simple heartburn if left untreated can eventually lead to Barrett's Esophagus, a much more serious condition.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:56 AM
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Every year or 2 my Gastroenterologist has to fight with my insurance company to get them to cover my meds. I once had Barrett's which is the case he always makes. BTW, Nexium and Omeprazole are not the same. Both are proton pump inhibitors but Nexium is Esomeprazole. Omeprazole is Prilosec and Losec.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:50 AM
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Also I have a friend start taking melatonin for heartburn relief and he was able to stop his prescription meds.
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So by sleeping 20 hrs a day the heartburn never bothers him?***
Jan 28, 2016, 9:59 AM
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It doesn't work for everyone but
Jan 28, 2016, 9:53 AM
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After taking Randitatine daily for years for heartburn I lost 30 lbs. No longer take any medicine and no longer have heartburn. I know your pain and wish you success on your efforts.
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Drop 20lbs
Jan 28, 2016, 9:57 AM
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Mine stopped all together
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Get rid of acidic items in your diet. Don't eat after 6:00pm
Jan 28, 2016, 9:58 AM
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Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to coffee grounds before making a pot of coffee. This helps a lot. Losing 30 pounds also helped. Now I rarely need any Nexium.
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Use your HSA.***
Jan 28, 2016, 9:58 AM
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 10:03 AM
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The things that helped me the most. I lost ten lbs. or more by not eating sweet stuff and no cokes or beer. The reflux goes away at some point after that.
And then I fall off the wagon again.
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Try Tagamet......
Jan 28, 2016, 10:13 AM
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it was a Rx but not now and is a cheaper alternative but Nexium is the gold standard.
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Tagamet......worked for me...
Jan 28, 2016, 10:26 AM
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nm
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Re: Equate brand of Zantac. Inexpensive. Take 2
Jan 28, 2016, 10:22 AM
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Before a meal. Works every time.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 10:23 AM
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Ok, I'm not a physician but one who has dealt with this. Questions: what do you think is contributing to it? Your diet? Your lifestyle? Your emotional state? Is it truly a clinical problem (could be but doubtful) .A combination of all the above? If you start and continue on a road of pharmacological (Rx) treatment I assure you that is not a good solution. Done that, been there. Rx only mask the cause/problem. First I would work on my emotional state, by prayer and moderate exercise (walking). This is critical. Second is your diet. Seek out foods and beverages that are less prone to causing gasteric problems. This is also very important. I love spicy foods and Italian tomato based dishes but they aren't good for your condition. Eat more natural state foods (raw and cooked), e.g., yogurts, vegi's, certain meats (organic preferred, that no chemicals and hormones), less carbs (breads and pastas). Watch/limit your alcohol. If you smoke that has to go, but need to fill that void with something of value/ healthy.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:19 AM
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I appreciate all of your advice. However, I get heartburn after drinking a glass of water. I don't know what's going on but anything and everything gives me heartburn. Doesn't matter how bland it is (had it after plain mashed potatoes before). I hate italian food so that's no problem.
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For me Zantac is a wonder drug. I can pop one and the
Jan 28, 2016, 10:29 AM
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heartburn is gone in under 5 minutes.
I do notice that I have less heartburn when I drop a few pounds, but occasionaly get it no matter what I weigh.
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PEPCID. Works every time******
Jan 28, 2016, 10:31 AM
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here is help - I also suffer
Jan 28, 2016, 10:51 AM
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1) ask Dr for Rx for omepredzole. Works the same, generic and cheaper
2) don't eat acidic foods - esp for dinner
3) don't drink coffee - or at least find lower acid types
4) buy a wedge pillow from Amazon that goes all the way to your hips - Medslant. Hard to get used to at first but makes a world of difference
5) all else fails see a gastroenterologist or if you are already seeing gastro try another one
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 10:53 AM
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Cut down calories and carbs, I have no issues when I eat smart.
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This works for me...
Jan 28, 2016, 11:01 AM
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Haven't taken any Zantac since Sept 2014. Was taking it twice a day. You can go to Bragg's website for usage instructions. I take a shot every few days, some folks do it everyday. Hope it helps.
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Re: This works for me...
Jan 28, 2016, 11:13 AM
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Digestive enzymes work for a lot of folks. See a good nutritionist. Some GNC stores have knowledgeable clerks. Ginger also helps. If you are over 50 you may have a hiatus hernia problem . Not good. See a good gastro dr
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Laproscopic Nissen Fundoplication
Jan 28, 2016, 11:17 AM
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It's almost as fun as it sounds and there are side affects, but I haven't had real heartburn in 5 years
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And if you've had a lot of heartburn for a long time
Jan 28, 2016, 11:20 AM
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you should see a gastroenterologist and get a upper GI endoscopy. I have Barrett's esophagus, which is a precancerous condition that they check every 2 years. That is the primary reason I had my surgery to stop the reflux
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:29 AM
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What beer u drink?
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:47 AM
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coors in the aluminum can. Unashamed.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:50 AM
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What time of day and how many?
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:51 AM
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Depends on the day and enough to take the feels away.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:36 AM
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The cvs brand works just like nexium. I was very impressed by it. Super cheap. Can't remember the price,but I bought a pack of three bottles of 30 CT a piece of something like that.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern***
Jan 28, 2016, 11:42 AM
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:49 AM
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Prescription = Protonix (very inexpensive under my insurance)
OTC = store brand of Zantac (also very inexpensive at Rite-Aid, etc.)
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 11:52 AM
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Prilosec OTC but it took 2 weeks to kick in
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Do you drink alcohol?
Jan 28, 2016, 11:52 AM
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Stopping doing that might help. Easier said than done.
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Re: Do you drink alcohol?
Jan 28, 2016, 11:54 AM
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Life ain't worth living if it resorts to that
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 12:16 PM
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This IS WHAT 2 DO! I have been on medication for years for an extreme case of acid reflux disease. Go to the doctor and they will prescribe you esomeprazole. It's the new generic nexium. It's stronger then prilosec "about twice as strong" and it's a delayed release unlike prilosec. I get 60 pills for 18 dollars every two months with my insurance. Thank me later. Go TIGERS!
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 12:19 PM
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Think he has busted insurance so it won't be that cheap for him.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 12:23 PM
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If you haven't had an Upper GI performed, should seriously consider having it done. Could be your esophagus is restricted and is one of the causes of your problem. A Gastro MD can dilate or stretch the ring which sometimes forms around it and also check the lining to determine if the constant AR has caused damage which I understand can lead to cancer. I've had mine dilated a couple of times due to occasional trouble with food not immediately flowing through. Good luck.
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you may not believe this but
Jan 28, 2016, 2:45 PM
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If you try the low carb Atkins diet , I'd almost bet it will help your acid reflux if not cure it. It does for lots of people. It has for me.
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Re: you may not believe this but
Jan 28, 2016, 2:47 PM
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If you don't believe me, read the book and diet for just two weeks to see and I bet it will be gone.
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Re: you may not believe this but
Jan 28, 2016, 3:18 PM
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I seem to be like everyone else on the heart burn stuff. I was primarily omeprezol, not sure if I'm spelling it correctly.
I've been as far as having my tonsils removed recently and Galbladder before hand.
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Re: you may not believe this but
Jan 28, 2016, 2:55 PM
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Is that because of the weight loss, the bland diet, or the gun barrel in the mouth?
(just kidding about the last part... kind of )
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Re: you may not believe this but
Jan 28, 2016, 10:08 PM
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Try Ranitidine from Walmart (equate) Should be in pharmacy in the antacids. Check it against the other expensive brands and their ingredients (many have Ranitidine in them) Works for me. I'm not a Dr., but this is what I did when I decided not to pay 50.00 for a ######.
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Get your Gall Bladder checked. Had to have mine removed
Jan 28, 2016, 3:41 PM
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several years ago due to similar problems. It helped a lot, but was not a magic cure-all. I still take OTC generic Prilosec every day, works fairly well.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 5:12 PM
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Honestly, my wife has it bad and has all the prescriptions. But when it's really acting up....a big gulp of Pepto Bismol works for her almost instantly. And since she's changed her diet, particularly not eating any cooking oil (loved fried foods) it doesn't act up near as bad as it used to. Cooking oil is the antichrist of Acid Reflux.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethernra
Jan 28, 2016, 7:09 PM
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I've dealt with GERD for about 20 years - here is what worked for me:
Pepcid, Tagamet etc is good if I know I'm going to eat something that I know causes problem or I just have an issue with reflux. You can get knock-offs really cheap (I think less than $5 at Walmart). I always keep these around.
Prescriptions. I've used several different ones (nexium, Prilosec, acaphex and a couple others). People often become "resistant" to one and have to switch. Right now I'm taking generic protonix (pantoprazole). I don't like it as well as some others but it is one of the cheaper one so may be something to look at.
Diet change. Try and avoid the things that don't like you. Some thing I'm not willing to eliminate (i.e. Pizza). About a year ago I switched to a low carb diet trying to lose some weight. I lost quite a bit but noticed as soon as I changed my diet I have had much less problem with GERD.
Stuff like not eating a few hours before going to bed, elevating the head of the bed ( not with pillows), and exercise also should be considered. If you have not been to a gastroenterologist to have an upper GI you probably should.
Hope you find something that works for you, reflux is just no fun.
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Zantac 150
Jan 28, 2016, 7:12 PM
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Only one that works.... takes about 10 mins....
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 7:16 PM
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Ask for protonix. Just as good as nexium for me (and mine is rough). But there's a generic and it's MUCH cheaper.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 9:05 PM
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The real reason people get acid reflux is actually not enough stomach acid, but you won't hear that from your doctor b/c then he wouldn't be able to prescribe you all those pills he learns about in med school and keep you coming back for more. No conspiracies here, just an institutionalized way of thinking.
Take my advice. I had terrible acid reflux, hiatal hernia and eosinopheal esophagitis so bad I couldn't swallow my food sometimes. My GI had me on PPI and swallowing steroids until the side effects got so bad I had to look for other options.
Once I read it could be low stomach acid, I went and bought a bottle of Betaine HCL for $10. After about 2 weeks I had no more issues and gladly never saw my GI again. Take my advice and do the same.
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PPI in the am H2 blocker in the pm
Jan 28, 2016, 9:19 PM
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Best control possible. If you are a freak and that still doesn't get it, add an antacid.
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Re: To my heart burn/acid reflux brethern
Jan 28, 2016, 10:30 PM
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First, find out for sure if it is or is not a hiatal hernia causing it. If not, find out what food ingredient is causing it. I took acid blockers for years. Every prescription medicine out there. Every time a new one cam out, that is what the dr. put me on. I finally figured out I am allergic to gluten. No gluten, no heart burn, no reflux.
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These 5 things helped me, A LOT....
Jan 30, 2016, 7:52 PM
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- Cut back on coffee and alcohol. Not completely, but did cut back. Cut WAY back on soda
- Cut way back on spicy foods. (Spicy chicken sandwich from Chik fila was the worst).
- Cut back on Fried foods.
- Kept sherbet ice cream in the freezer and ate it when I had any issues. It's a strong base and worked better than prescriptions alone.
- Ate smaller meals, more frequently throughout the day with small meal for dinner.
With these things, I lost weight and acid reflux vanished. No more medicine; not even over the counter. Also saw a HUGE improvement in spring allergies. I found the less sugar I consume, the better I am.
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