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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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Thanks. My primary doc agreed going down to 20 mg. from 40 mg. per day would be ok and I have been pretty good since doing so 3 days ago. We will see. Thanks again for your sharing your success story.
Just out of curiosity, how much Motrin/nsaids were you guys taking?
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I read your post about your "medical mystery" and I'm so sorry that you have had to deal with this problem for such a long time. I can imagine your frustration!
I am glad to hear that you have a tele-visit with a GI doctor at Mayo. Mayo Clinic is known for its diagnostic ability and I hope that you find some information and help there.
I just have one other thought: Have you looked into allergies? For example, did you start any new meds around the time that this problem started? Do you have any known food allergies?
I'm also wondering if there are any days when the burping is better than others? Is it the same during the day and during the night?
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2 ReactionsI would take no more than three pills at a time (200 mg. each pill) up to 4 time a day. I tried to alternate with Tylenol. This was over the course of about a month. So at most, 3200 mg. per day which is about the max recommended to reduce inflammation..
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1 ReactionI’ve been food allergy tested and also tested for SIBO and H pylori 2-3 x . Plus many, many ,many other tests . Burping is same in day or night . I didn’t start any new meds when this started in 2013 . My gut is always churning and I do have IBS symptoms for years . The 1000’s of deep wet belching is so horrible. I can’t eat anything that doesn’t upset my gut and intestines. I take something to help sleep but as soon as my eyes open it starts so up badly . I’ve tried everything holistic including 3 sessions of hypnosis therapy ( which I found out , I can’t be hypnotized).!! I sure hope this Dr. thinks outside the box and can help me get my life back . Thanks @hopeful33250 .
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1 ReactionI was taking around 8 Motrin a day. I will never take it or aspirin again. My hemoglobin dropped to 7 with internal bleeding and my heart started to pound out of my chest.
@rozy288 I hope you keep in touch with Connect and I hope you get answers and some treatment options. Will you post again after your September Mayo Clinic tele-health appointment?
@hopeful33250 , I’ll post after my televisit. Thanks 🙏
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1 ReactionI take lexapro and have been told by dr that taking lexapro with omeprazol can increase the level of the lexapro bc the omeprazol interferes with a liver enzyme that breaks down the lexapro in your system. Unfortunately I have horrible reflux as well. I am getting a consult to see about having one of the outpatient procedures done to correct the problem with the lower esophageal sphincter.... tired of treating the symptoms and not correcting the problem.
Yes please I would like the list of foods Please.