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Side effects with omeprazole/Prilosec use
i am an 18-year user of daily OTC Prilosec. It does a perfect job of controlling my GERD but I am constantly battling side effects of nutritional deficiencies in iron, B-12, magnesium, etc. For example, my hair is extremely thin and loss of energy is a constant problem. I am looking for specific help in knowing which supplements to take for this and in what doses and formats and on what schedule. All the nutritionists I've found locally are not well-versed in Prilosec use. Is there a medical provider out there who specializes in this? And would they be willing to work with me long distance?
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The pit of my stomach hurts so bad and I know it's GERD. I decided to buy a new bottle of Pepcid AC and take for 14 days. Stuff works all right. However, after day 2 and continuing to be extra bloated due to constipation, I stopped. I really want to take it but, as usual, the side effects match the problem.
Any thoughts?
Recent scope showed erosion of the stomach lining. The Dr. prescribed Omeprazole 40mg. I have no symtom besides after eating I start to belch. The medical term for this condition in my chart read:
"Mild chronic inactive gastiritis with focal reactive change." Since this is an old inactive problem meaning there is no inflamation or ulceratin at this time, why take Omeprazole with tans of side effects?
I try to stay away from medications, unless they are absolutly necessary.
Having had 2 fundoplications (which aren't working very well any longer) I went back on Prilosec temporarily for persistent reflux. I stopped taking it because I felt I wasn't digesting my food properly. I may have Vagal nerve damage from the surgeries, so I'm having a gastric emptying study in a couple of weeks.
I really try to avoid any PPI's since I have osteoporosis. I don't think Prilosec was ever meant to be taken daily long term, or any PPI for that matter, because of side effects. Pepcid and other H2 blockers don't work well at all. So I try to manage with diet mostly. I take Tums once in a while if needed.
I'm glad I have a medical background to try to navigate this journey of aging. (50 yr. retired RN)
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4 ReactionsHi @nsainato. Good news to have mild findings on your recent scope!
I recently had a scope and prescribed PPIs so I am having similar concerns. Part of my report says, “reactive foveolar hyperplasia”. My understanding is they help to reduce stomach acid to reduce symptoms and support further healing, and provide diagnostic information towards identifying what has caused problems.
Did your doctor say how long you should take Omeprazole, maybe rechecking how you are doing in a few weeks or discontinuing? What led to getting your scope in the first place?
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1 ReactionThe scope was ordered due to a choking incident. I had no problems with
digestion. Currently I am not taking Omeprazole, I have an appointment
coming up October 13, I have a lot of questions before I take this
medication, it gives me severe eye dryness. The medication was
prescribed without having an office visit along with the pepcid that I am
taking. Beside the eye dryness I also started having slight pains in my
stomach. That is why I am waiting for the appointment. Thanks for
responding.
Nadia
@nsainato Ah, I agree it is a good call to learn more. I am interested to know what your doctor tells you at your October 13 appointment. I hope you come back here and post an update.
You mention Omeprazole giving you dry eyes. Have you taken it before?
@jlharsh
Since 1993 I was diagnosed with Acid Reflux and they put me on Pepcid 2x day. This year after the choking incident I thought they will find something wrong with the esophagus but instead "mild chronic inactive gastritis with focal reactive change." Acording to AI focal reactive change refers to mild long standing inflammation of the stomach lining, that is currently inactive. I will definetly tell you everything after my Dr. visit on Oct 13. Right now I am carefully watching what I eat. Take care.
Nadia
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Yes, I have taken Omeprazole in the past long time ago, I was younger then I don't think I had the dry eye issues or slight pains in the stomach. I will inform you what the Dr sais after Oct 13.
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I checked the term fundoplication on Google Ai- Gemini, it gave me a detail explanation and a video of Dr. Willie Melvin from Smyrna TN. You should chek it out.
Nissen Fundoplication (360 degree wrap)
Toupet Fundoplication (270 degree posterior wrap)
Dor Fundoplication (180 anterior wrap)
Transorla- incisionless Fundoplication TIF
He favored the Transoral incisionless, since is less invasive. Hope this helps.
Thank you for this information. I had not heard of the Transorla method, will check that out!
My SIL just had a LINX procedure for his terrible reflux. It involves a rather complicated recovery, so I'm not sure of the qualifications for this method. Not everyone qualifies.
I think one of the main problems with the fundoplication is the wrap loosens over time, so it's not ideal. All I know I would never get it done again and very sorry I had my GB removed with the first procedure. BIG MISTAKE!