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Is it a good idea to take medication for gerd?
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GERD/MEDICATIONS: Good idea to take meds if you have persistant gerd, along with lifestyle modifications.Like losing weight if overweight.Avoiding certain foods which cause gerd, not eating less than 3 hours before going to bed, avoid alcohol, do not drink too much coffee or tea and meds in the beginning.You can try to stop meds and see if it stops if not you need long term meds to prevent esophagitis/cancer.
Answered 7/18/2012
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