I am having some problems with acid reflux / nausea and can't get into the dr. for a few days. Wondered if someone knew which otc medication works the best. The problem is worse in the early morning.
2007-03-27 01:32:34 · 10 answers · asked by skcubog 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I'm a nurse and any generic antacid will work. You really don't have to spend a lot of money to get the desired results, try any one of them. However prilosec will also work. Take care and all the best.
2007-03-27 01:40:27 · answer #1 · answered by nursey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I would suggest something like Pepcid AC or something like that. Also, in the morning are you drinking coffee? If so, I know it would be hard to do but stop. Certain foods and beverages and even the way that you sleep can cause acid reflux to increase no matter how much med you take.
Avoid eating anything that is citrus, or drinking coffee.
Avoid eating chocolate or other high fat foods or very rich foods.
Do some relaxation excerises due to stress which also helps cause this condition.
If you smoke, well, it doesn't help- it can make it worse.
Sleep at a 45 degree incline, this will help to keep the acid from creeping up your throat.
Avoid eating right before you go to bed. Personally, I found that eating no later than six PM seemed to work best.
I know that my acid reflux was so bad that the dr prescribed Tagament 400 MG that I had to take twice a day to keep me somewhat under control. And once I got rid of my boyfriend at the time, my acid reflux went away. Go figure! LOL
2007-03-27 02:05:25 · answer #2 · answered by pacifia1977 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-19 03:57:40 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-20 00:49:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This book is probably the most informative and practical guide on the subject of acid reflux and heartburn that I have ever read https://tr.im/acidrefluxcauses
I was prescribed Lansoprazole which was brilliant but after two years of aching joints, extreme muscle pain which the doc gave me cortisone jags for, with some research I discovered the drug Lansoprazole was causing these rare side effects but it was I who diagnosed it NOT my doctor, I came off the drug 2 months ago, changed my diet and discovered just eating an apple stops any acid reflux, I eat an apple before bed, brilliant no acid, any time I feel the slightest sign of reflux I simply eat an apple. Apple juice is not that good nor is anything else I have tried including honey at stopping reflux.
2016-01-21 08:13:30 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get rid of acid reflux and heartburn with this natural method http://acidreflux-cure.info
Usually, heartburnThe most common symptom of acid reflux disease (also known as gastroespohageal reflux disease, or GERD). Heartburn feels like a burning pain in the center of the chest. It is caused by acid from the stomach backing up into the esophagus. is a symptom of acid reflux disease (GERD) Also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Describes the condition of backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus which frequently happens when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxes more often than it should and/or at inappropriate times. The symptoms of acid reflux disease typically occur on 2 or more days a week.. And if you suffer from persistent heartburn on two or more days a week—and you’ve treated it and changed your diet—it could be due to acid refluxBackflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. Acid reflux frequently happens when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxes more often than it should and/or at inappropriate times. This allows harsh stomach juices to back up into the esophagus. disease. But only your doctor can tell you if these are signs of acid reflux disease.
2014-10-28 12:21:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Myalanta is good or just bicarbonate in cordial drink may help. May also help not to eat a few hours before sleeping and also having 2 pillows or sleep propped right up so that your head is higher. The sooner you see the doctor the better.
2007-03-27 01:43:41 · answer #7 · answered by njss 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just take sips of milk. This is an "instant" reliever. It comes back, so I just keep drinking milk. I don't think the over the counter meds work very well. And they take a long time to work if they help any at all. Hope this helps you.
2007-03-27 01:40:57 · answer #8 · answered by Shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ehm..
I was a acid reflux sufferer. I followed this natural program http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=568
I feel much better now. Now more hearthburns!
Regards
2014-09-13 17:43:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be pregnancy. My symptoms were for the most part pretty constant. Like the morning sickness I mostly just had it in the evening and late afternoon. Personally, I think she should take a test and just make sure. congrats!
2016-03-17 03:07:07 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋