Dr after a egd, my doctor said i had gastritis, the doctor prescripted protonic, this medication, seems to have some undesirable and even dangerous side effects. would you have me go on and take the medication, and what about the side effects?

Great question. When we provide a medication the benefit/risk is considered. How much is the benefit vs risk. Not mentioned is enough the damage to patients do to their stomachs from obesity, alcohol, smoking, overeating, late-night eating. Speak to your doctor about how you can improve by changing your lifestyle and health and the effects of the medication.