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Is it considered unhealthy and even dangerous to take anti-anxiety medication if you are prone to heartburn?
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Worsening: Some of the medications that treat anxiety can cause gastrointestinal distress and can worsen heart burn. Long term heart burn can cause deleterious effects to the esophagus and stomach and may require medical attention.
Answered 7/7/2013
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