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I have acid reflux in the past it was severe that it would wake me up in midnight a few months ago i started nexium40mg which reduced the severity as in it no longer wakes me up but still feel bubbling... burping should i increase dose orchange?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

OTC useage: Am aware that Nexium is easily available, and quite efficacious, but chronic use can be risky. Some rare side effects include gastric cancer and osteoporosis. Best to get guidance from a knowledgable gastroenterologist.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/28/2020

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A member asked:

I have acid reflux in the past it was severe that it would wake me up in midnight a few months ago i started nexium40mg which reduced the severity as in it no longer wakes me up but still feel bubbling... burping should i increase dose orchange?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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