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My name is EDNA.I just join the group.I had an upper endoscopy 2 days ago.The doctor found one no bleeding gastric ulcer.She said was 7mm in largest dimension.She also took a biopsy for pylori testing.It was outpatient.I was home within 2hours of the procedure. She prescribed OmeprazoleDr. 20 mg capsule. I have not taken the med yet because the phamasist indicated that interacts with my thyroid medication .Both need to be taken in the morning on an empty stomach 30 min. Before eating.I am also eating gluten free,dairy and egg free. I am new to all this. I am 75 years old.and I only take Syntroid but I take a lot of supplements.Should I see a dietitian for an eating plan ?.Any suggestions ?.I will appreciate your comments.
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Hello @maestra34, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @krisjb1 and other members. You mentioned your pharmacist said that there is an interaction with your thyroid medication and you have not yet taken the prescribed Omeprazole. Have you called your doctor and discussed the drug interactions? You may also want to have the doctor or pharmacist go over all of the supplements you are taking along with your current medications since they can also sometimes cause problems.
Hello I would like to add that Omeperazole is not the only medication that can be used. A discussion with your pharmacist or doctor would help figure that put
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I doubt Omeprazole is the only course of action for the long term. If your pylori test comes back positive you can work with supplements and natural products that will not interfere with synthroid. Maybe one of your current supplements is just not for you. There could be a host of reasons for a gastric ulcer. Treating only the symptoms may not be in your best interests. Give your condition the benefit of research.