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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Drugs Not Enough
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Drugs Not Enough
by SallyA, Jul 08, 2001 12:00AM
Am taking Pantoprazole (40 mg per day)(ulcepraz) - still getting moderate to severe symptoms (heartburn and nausea) (original diagnois 6 mo ago was gastric and duodenal ulcers and congenital hiatal hernia) - even with lifestyle and diet attention - still popping antacids with varying degrees of relief obtained. Does anyone have similar problem. Dr. seems to think I am imagining things (he reduced drug from 80 mgpd to 40 mg/day - even though I still have symptoms at last visit) - he said I need to lose weight to "cure" my symptoms. I have lost about 15 lb so far (currently 185 lb at 5'5") - but symptoms remain. Is it possible to "imagine" these symptoms. The drug is supposed to be powerful enough to supress acid - right? So I shouldn't have symptoms.... it doesn't make sense. Want to give up and forget Dr. and drugs. Any recommendations or I just need to put up with this? Thanks to anyone who bothers to read this.
Member Comments
by miss molly, Jul 09, 2001 12:00AM
I had same problems, was on Protonix for 2 months. Took myself off, didn't like side effects, diarhea (diarrhea). I carefully watched my diet, no fats, not much milk,no alcohol or sodas, no fried foods (very important) and lost 15 pounds. I am now 130 pounds and 5'2", 53, female. I feel great although occasionally I have stomach burning. This seems to occur after I indulge in a few french fries or other no no's. Good luck and try the diet, it does work !
