ANY susbstitutes for Omeprazol (Prilosec) from a natural way of getting rid of GERD?
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Elevating bed 6" from floor; eating small meals; avoiding smoking, caffeine, & alcohol.
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As long as you are not lactose intolerant, acidity can usually be eliminated by drinking an 8 oz. glass of milk along with or following a meal, or when symptoms present themselves.  If symptoms occur later--some time after a meal or snack--an over-the-counter remedy such as Tums can be used.  If that does not relieve the symptoms then I would suggest Pepcid* with a full glass of water (8 oz.), as long as it is not contraindicated with any prescription medications you are already taking (check with your pharmichist or physician) no more than twice a day.  If symptoms  still persist, try Prilosec* once a day for about two weeks.  If You still have problems after that, see your physician because you probably have a serious problem.
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The miracle you need has been known to us for many years...it's called:\n\nBEANO\n\nIt's an anti-gas product that works wonders, or Gas-X works.
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Nibble on a piece of hard cheese. The alkali will help to neutralise the heartburn, and it has the advantage over milk of not curdling or making your stomach awash, as it takes a while to break down. If you have any, Milk of Magnesia is always good for heartburn too.
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Please see the webpages for more details on Peptic ulcer.\nCertain foods and lifestyle are considered to promote gastroesophageal reflux:\nCoffee, alcohol, and excessive amounts of Vitamin C supplements are stimulants of gastric acid secretion. Taking these before bedtime especially can promote evening reflux. Calcium containing antacids are in this group[3]. \nFoods high in fats and smoking reduce lower esophageal sphincter competence, so avoiding these tends to help, as well. Fat also delays emptying of the stomach. \nHaving more but smaller meals also reduces the risk of GERD, as it means there is less food in the stomach at any one time. \navoid eating for 2 hours before bedtime \navoid soft drinks \navoid chocolate and peppermint \navoid spicy foods \navoid acidic foods like oranges and tomatoes (however, they are okay when fresh.) \navoid cruciferous vegetables: onions, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, spinach, brussel sprouts \nmilk and milk-based products contain calcium and fat, so should be avoided before bedtime
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Home remedy for heartburn\n\nChew a few basil (tulsi ) leaves to get relief from burning, nausea and gas.\nKeep a small piece of jaggery (gur) in your mouth and slowly suck it. Repeat it every hour till acidity subsides.\nEat watermelon, banana or cucumber every hour.\nEat a few almonds when your feel heartburn symptoms.\nDrink coconut water 4-5 times a day.\nDrink a glass of cold milk for fast relief of heartburn and acidity.\nKeep a small piece of harad (Terminalia chebula) in your mouth and chew it after every meal.\nTake one piece of clove and suck on it slowly.\nDrink fresh mint juice slowly after meals.\nDrink daily a 1 tsp juice of chebulic myroblan mixed with 1 tsp of amla (Indian gooseberry) juice.\nMaintaining an upright posture for some time after food will help in preventing reflex.\nSleep with your head and shoulder on a high pillow for elevation.
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Avoid citric cool drinks/soft drinks,lime juice etc.Eno you can drink in case of need.Heartburn due to hyper acidity reqiure doctors consultation.OTC medicines not desirable except in isloated instances
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I had similar problems,try Prilosec, it might be a little expensive but it really works.
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Homeopathic Treatment for Burping :-\nNUX VOMICA 30C\nCARBO VEG 30C\nBoth together half hour before meals, Thrice a day !\nTake Care and God Bless
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GERD(gastroesophageal reflax disfunction)...first if u have over weight u have to try to count it down...if u are smoker its better if u decrease the number of it per day.....secound u have to have right nutrition program..( try to use cafein,dark tea,chocolate,spicy foods,fast foods,....less than usual).....u have to have ur nake before dinner and lunch....dont eat spicy food for routine and dont drink(drink rare) the things which are with gas like pepsi ,coke and others......when u have ur food its better to dont do these things since one or 2 hrs past.... 1 take bath 2 excersising 3 having fruits 4 smokin 5 having dark cafe 6 luind down or sleep some of them guide ur blood to other parts of ur body like skin and another make ur stomac acid getting rise....another thing is dont wear tight clothes which will keep ur stomach part under pressure ...thats all i know u have to do and dont have to do without using medicament.....but if u wanna use drug although u will attention to all above ...the best drug is Omeprazole ...thats capsul u have to have it in the morning,30 mins before u have ur break fast when u are fasting .....thats only one per day.....it will decrease ur stomach acid...the other medicament are like ranitidin ,cimethidine.....u have to take them twice a day one 30 mins before ur lunch another one one hr before u go to bed for sleep at night......the other one is some suspontion like AL_Mgs ,one spoon 30 mins after lunch and dinner....i advice u to do one week what i notice above it u dont feel any better then start omeprazole frist .....the other thing....maybe of GERD have a reason of the bactria named H.Pylori(helicobacter pylori) the specialist can find that by indoscopy and take a biopsy...
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i also have hiatus hernia, was told by the doctor who found it that if i take OMEPRAZOLE for the symptoms and flare ups surgery is not needed,worked so far for me.
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Don't play around with GERD.  It can lead to Esophogeal Cancer which has a 5 year survival rate of 5%.\nTake one of the acid reducers like Prilosec.
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Hi.  You need to take your symptoms very seriously (even if your doctor doesn't!).  There really aren't enough details in the info. you give to say anything specific about what might be going on.  But, the symptoms you describe can be indications of potentially very serious problems, such as:\n1) Ulcers\n2) Gallbladder problems\n3) Pancreatic problems (including cancer)\n4) even Heart problems (especially in women)\n\nWhy are you on 'meds' for gerd?  Why is your doc not working with you to find and fix the cause of the gerd?  (There are many causes, but they can be found and fixed!).  Note: the meds create the potential for causing many new problems, including: H.pylori infections/ulcers, maldigestion, malabsorption of some vitamins and minerals, etc.  Simply, meds do not treat the cause, they mask the symptoms that should be telling you that you need to find the problem, and meds cause NEW problems!\n\nYou need a second (even a third) opinion.  Demand it or just go find another doc.\n\nLastly, I would like to recommend a very educational and helpful book on these types of problems.  It is written by Sherry Rogers', M.D..  She is a leading researcher, clinician and teacher of physicians.  The book is called: "No More Heartburn".  It is available at Amazon.com or from the publisher at 1-800-846-6687.  This is a very powerful book and includes all the scientific research references to back up the information (research I guarantee your doctor has not read).\n\nBest wishes and good luck!
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I've had chronic heartburn, and though I'm not a doctor, I'm sharing with you advice my doctor has given me (and what has worked!)\n\n1.  For immediate relief, use Maalox.  Avoid Pepto Bismol, as it has something that irritates the stomach long term (my gastroenterologist told me that!).  For longer term use, use Priolosec.\n\n2.  Stop eating at least 3 hours before you get in bed.  A reclining position with food in your stomach irritates the esophogus.  You would be AMAZED at how much this helps.  Soda or alcohol before sleep is the WORST!\n\n3.  Limit intake of:  Alcohol, Caffience, Carbonated beverages, spicy foods, acidic foods, aspirin (or advil, motrin).   Honestly, I can't stick to this one -- but I've been pretty good keeping #1 and #2, and it's kept my heart burn at bay.  Be good keeping 1 & 2 and you can cheat on 3 -- at least, that's worked for me.\n\nGood luck!
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Depends on what exact gastric problem you have..The diet is essential,you must avoid plenty of foods..There are many proven natural remedies.I can tell you one 100% workable,it'll get rid of your gastric problems within a month.Every morning(before meals) and evening(after meals) take 300-400gr of yogurt in which you've already have stirred well 2 teaspoonfuls of pure Pectin.Try it and you will forget about your problem!! Good luck!!
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Prilosec OTC...it's costly, but worth it. My fiance had horrible, horrible hearburn and acid reflux.  We tried EVERTYTHING and finally tried this.  He has no problems,and if he doesnt take it for a few days, his symptoms are back.  Give it a shot!!
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Don't eat anything spicy, sleep on an incline, take prilosec.