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A member asked:
When starting to take pepcid complete for acid reflux issues, how many doses does it normally take before it provides significant relief? i know it can take up to a week for some reflux meds to really work...?
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Some basics: The discomfort of reflux only occurs after there has been enough irritation to the lining of the swallow tube to trigger the nerve endings that feel pain. In the best situation it can take days to weeks for this irritation to reverse. Simple lifestyle changes like avoiding caffeine/acidic foods/& not laying down after feeds can help sooner.
Answered 11/26/2020
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