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Having a reflux episode. burning throat waking me up & clearing etc. diet & stress to blame. started taking 2 20mg otc pepcid. how long is safe to take or should i do prilosec or nexium for 2 weeks to hopefully clear it out. doc appt is weeks away?
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Many clinicians feel claims of dangerous side effects from taking PPI meds like nexium for weeks are exaggerated. If you're concerned take pepcid longterm. I'm sure you know the drill regarding diet & sleeping with your chest higher than your stomach. Consider stress management therapy.
Answered 11/13/2022
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