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can omeprazole cause stomach bloating?

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Dr. You Sung Sang
Dr. You Sung Sanganswered
Gastroenterology 31 years experience
Yes: I have seen that effect at times. Try stopping it for a few days ; see if it goes away. If so, ask your doctor for another brand in the same class. Sometimes the bloating is brand specific.
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