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What is the best gi cocktail to help ucler tearment?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

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See below: Carafate (sucralfate) slurry (on empty stomach) forms a "patch" on ulcers. Ppis (prilosec, prevacid, et al) block acid secretion; lower acidity allows uncers to heal. Combo of 2 meds should heal faster.

Answered 12/30/2020

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