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I have been suffering from acid reflux (heartburn and feeling a lump in my throat), but am also nursing. what is a safe medication to take while breastfeeding? famotidine or omeprazole? thank you?
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See a physician : I strongly recommend have a clinician exam you instead.
Answered 1/4/2021
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BOTH : If you were diagnosed with GERD and currently lactating then both can be use while breastfeeding due to the fact that no known risk of infant harm based on limited human data;
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