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A member asked:
Had nissen in july of 16. still hear gurgling up after swallowing at night in bed. symptoms during day 0. take zantac only at night (effective enough) or a poi during day as well? is zantac alone effective. i suffer from bile reflux.
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Bile reflux: Bile reflux unfortunately often doesn't respond to standard GERD treatment, however it's worth trying PPI's like nexium or prilosec or the H2 blockers like zantac or pepcid. Your gastroenterologist may have further advice for you.
Answered 4/8/2017
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Bile Acid reflux: I usually recommend more than just Zantac for bile acid reflux. Other meds such as carafate and cholestyramine can be effective.
Answered 4/8/2017
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