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A 28-year-old male asked:

I take famotidine everyday for gerd. i read studies that show over time it can hurt the liver. is this safe to take with milk thistle? thanks.

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Dr. Cayce Jehaimi
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Pediatric Endocrinology 23 years experience
Not good long term: best if you limit sugars, exercise and try apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp twice daily (mixed with 8 oz water) 1 hr before meals. Ok to use milk thistle but I would take a week off every few weeks
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