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M, 27, filipino. i was diagnosed with minimal ptb through xray, doctor instructed me to take quadmax , 4 tablets every morning on an empty stomach, 1 hour before taking any meals. problem is only 30 minutes in and i feel stomach aches and weakness?

Q: m, 27, filipino. i was diagnosed with minimal ptb through xray, doctor instructed me to take quadmax , 4 tablets every morning on an empty stomach, 1 hour before taking any meals. problem is only 30 minutes in and i feel stomach aches and weakness?

: The daily dose is required, but inquire about dividing the dose, and taking a PPI 30 minutes prior to the dose. A follow up in one month is recommended. Report respiratory symptoms and weight loss to your physician. Eat yogurt and reduce spicy foods. Please don't skip doses

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The daily dose is required, but inquire about dividing the dose, and taking a PPI 30 minutes prior to the dose. A follow up in one month is recommended. Report respiratory symptoms and weight loss to your physician. Eat yogurt and reduce spicy foods. Please don't skip doses

Answered 10/31/2021

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A member asked:

M, 27, filipino. i was diagnosed with minimal ptb through xray, doctor instructed me to take quadmax , 4 tablets every morning on an empty stomach, 1 hour before taking any meals. problem is only 30 minutes in and i feel stomach aches and weakness?

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