I have had Gastroesophageal reflux disease for about 15 years and have taken zantac and prilosec both with good results. I am wondering which is less damaging to your liver and other organs. I do drink beer often and I am a smoker. The hernia isn't bad enough to have surgery yet and until it is I am going to just address the symptoms. Thanks.
2007-03-16 06:51:24 · 8 answers · asked by Jeremy S 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
This is not just heartburn. I would hope that if you answer you have some background in the medical field and are familiar with GERD.
2007-03-16 07:03:52 · update #1
I know what works, I want to know which is better for my body in the long run. Which drug causes less damage?
2007-03-16 07:05:23 · update #2
If you have acid reflux on a regular basis you should see a doctor. Acid reflux can be a sign of more trouble that stomach problems. If ignored it could lead to cancer of your throat. But I think Prilosec is better because it's longer lasting, but you have to take it for two or three days before it takes effect.
2007-03-16 07:02:57 · answer #1 · answered by time tells the truth 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-19 01:38:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is the most important information I should know about ranitidine?
Heartburn is often confused with the first symptoms of a heart attack. Seek emergency medical attention if you have chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, and a general ill feeling.
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to ranitidine.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or porphyria.
Using ranitidine may increase your risk of developing pneumonia. Symptoms of pneumonia include chest pain, fever, feeling short of breath, and coughing up green or yellow mucus. Talk with your doctor about your specific risk of developing pneumonia.
Ranitidine granules and effervescent tablets must be dissolved in water before you take them.
Your doctor may recommend an antacid to help relieve pain. Carefully follow your doctor's directions about the type of antacid to use, and when to use it.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase the risk of damage to your stomach.
It may take up to 8 weeks of using this medicine before your ulcer heals. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 6 weeks of treatment.
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2016-04-25 18:50:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prilosec made me sick when I drank some alcohol. I have found that pepcid complete works really well is cheaper then those 2
2007-03-16 06:59:53 · answer #4 · answered by holykrikey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2017-01-25 21:15:57 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I take Omeprazole capsules, and they work well, but not if I smoke. That will just irritate your oesophagus. It doesn't damage you liver, but the alcohol might. Between tablets I occasionally take Gaviscon which is also very good.
2007-03-16 06:57:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
zantac is the best !!!!!!!!!!!!! try cutting back on coffee and cakes - donuts etc
i used to get it bad from that stuff - its not from smoking - its from all the acid in the carbs -- you need at least one litre of water a day and a couple of pieces of fruit with all that other stuff - you should get way better after that -
2007-03-16 07:00:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
stop smoking now, it will add years to your life....then drink lots of water for the rest of your life.
2007-03-16 06:54:16 · answer #8 · answered by TONY 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋