Horrible acid reflux

Allison L.
on 8/10/14 1:21 am - Berkeley, CA

It's gotten really bad the last few days. Of all things, Tums helps ... but not enough. I haven't tried Prilosec, though. Is that preferable to the generics?

Gwen M.
on 8/10/14 1:26 am

VSG on 03/13/14

A PPI is better than Tums, yes. You can get Prilosec and Nexium over the counter (I think you can get Prilosec generic, not sure about Nexium).

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Allison L.
on 8/10/14 1:45 am - Berkeley, CA

I'm going to the drugstore today! I don't think Tums and ginger tea are quite doing it.

josiedlc
on 8/10/14 1:52 am

VSG on 06/23/14

I just started with acid reflux. Taking Nexium today. Hope u feel better.

Allison L.
on 8/10/14 1:54 am - Berkeley, CA

Thanks!

stephanieplum
on 8/10/14 3:50 am

VSG on 06/27/12

I would call your surgeon for guidance.

chevtow41
on 8/10/14 4:20 am

DS on 11/11/14

Dexilant, which is a prescription, works the best for me bar none. None of the OTC drugs are sufficient, but I could be one of the unlucky ones.

Allison L.
on 8/10/14 5:42 am - Berkeley, CA

Good idea about calling my surgeon!

Laura222
on 8/10/14 6:14 am

VSG on 07/24/14

When I went to my education class they straight up told us to be ready to take Prilosec for the first 3 months. During liquids I was fine, but over the weekend I've moved to purées and starting to feel a little bit of a tingle/burn. So I might be going to pick some of that up soon.

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Heather D.
on 8/10/14 10:20 am - Austin, TX

VSG on 10/29/09

Prilosec Complete is aaawesome! I had surgery almost 5 years ago but my reflux has been bad the last couple of years. Then I got pregnant and OMG the reflux was awful. I was popping Tums like candy and my perinatologist suggested Prilosec. Changed my life! I could take ONE and instantly felt better. Now that I'm not pregnant anymore the reflux isn't as horrible, but the Prilosec still works like a dream. (I don't work for Prilosec, but I do love 'em!)

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