Question 1

what are the best antacid medications?

Accepted Answer

Depends on…: Frequency & severity of symptoms: mild, occasional heartburn can be relieved by otc antacids (tums/rolaids/mylanta/gaviscon). More frequent/severe may require otc h2 acid blocker (zantac/axid/tagamet/pepcid). Severe/frequent symptoms: try otc/rx ppi (prilosec/prevacid/protonix). Dietary changes help, too: no caffeine/soda, fried/fatty foods, spicy foods, onions, acidic foods (tomatoes, lemon, lime.

Question 2

what is bid antacid trial to be taken for one month?

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Reflux treatment : Means you like have acid reflux and your doctor wants you to take antacids twice daily for one month to see if this helps. This usually refers to proton pump inhibitors (e.g. Omperazole, lansoprazole), but could also refer to h2 receptor blockers (w.G.Peptic, zantac). Both can be obtained otc or by rx.

Question 3

does taking antacids before or after medication prevent the meds from being absorbed into your system?

Accepted Answer

It can: It depends on the contents of the antacid and the medications.  But, it can for some antacids and some medications.

Question 4

would it be fine to take antacid medication if i have an e. coli infection?

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Yes: It may depend on the medication you are taking. It would be useful to check with your pharmacist, if the ant-acid may alter the effectiveness of the antibiotic.

Question 5

i am experiencing chest pain or discomfort (severity: moderate) (time frame: gradual) (side: left) (worsened by: deep breaths, sudden movements, pressing on the chest) (unaffected by: bending forward) (unaffected by: rest, antacid medications, bending for

Accepted Answer

Mgt: If you have shortness, please see a physician. The pain may be related to musculoskeletal pain. Motrin and a local heating pad may help.

Question 6

i am experiencing chest pain or discomfort (better by: anti-inflammatory medication, antacids) (quality: burning or stinging) (side: left) (worsened by: pressing on chest, taking deep breaths) (severity: mild) , feeling anxious (worsened by: emotional str

Accepted Answer

Chest pain: This is probably pleurisy  or chest wall pain. Continue with fluids and ibuprofen. This should improve in a week. If fever, cough then get checked. Also be seen if symptoms worsen while treating.

Question 7

can i safely combine sleeping medication with antacids. i f not what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Generally, yes: Generally, there should be no problem combining antacids and sleeeping pills.

Question 8

feel sick to my stomach every time i eat meat even taking antacids as well as stomach - coating medication?

Accepted Answer

Get evaluated please: It's normal to be concerned about your health, and to worry why you feel bad. The possibilities are numerous--ranging from acid reflux (i.e., heartburn) or a peptic ulcer to pancreatic or biliary disease &amp; even stress. Alarm signs include weight loss, bleeding, recurrent vomiting, significant tenderness. Whatever the cause, you're appropriately anxious about it and should seek help from a doctor.

Question 9

i am experiencing  chest pain or discomfort (better by: antacid medications) (side: both) (severity: mild) (quality: sensation of pressure or heavi...

Accepted Answer

Chest distress: These symptoms can indicate mild inflammation of the esophagus, esophageal motility disorder or  hiatal hernia. A gastroenterologist is best qualified to evaluate and advise you about diagnosis, dietary advice or advisability of undergoing any diagnostic procedures like barium swallow, gastroscopy or chest X-Ray.

Question 10

upper right side gnawing abdominal colicy pain not relieved by antacids or medication worth a trip to a&e?

Accepted Answer

Right side abd pain: Several possibilities. One possible cause could be gall bladder disease with gall bladder stones. You should call your doctor for a checkup.

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I am experiencing chest pain or discomfort (better by: anti-inflammatory medication, antacids) (quality: burning or stinging) (side: left) (worsened by: pressing on chest, taking deep breaths) (severity: mild) , feeling anxious (worsened by: emotional str

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Can i safely combine sleeping medication with antacids. i f not what are the side effects?

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Feel sick to my stomach every time i eat meat even taking antacids as well as stomach - coating medication?

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