A 59-year-old female asked:

Can omeprozole cause stomach upset gas and loose stools. Doctor prescribed for gerd symptoms but actually feel worse . Did not have stomach upset or gas and loose stools. With other symptoms. Also, found out I have gall stones after ultrasound ?

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39 years experience in Allergy and Immunology

Probably,: and also can be attributed to indigestion due to gall bladder problems, you may want to communicate that to your doctor as you may need a different management plan, best wishes

Answered on Apr 29, 2018

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