Gastrointestinal Forums (Page 10)

i am on different meds and been in the hospital for four days. i have been very bloated, and lots of inflamation to my intestines. and very painful to my right upper side, also had catscan of stomach, and was told there were several sugical clips left from a previous gallbladder sugery that was done back in 1978, since then i am just getting worse and worse and worse with high fever. ## What treatment do your doctors currently have you on? GERD can be a very painful condition and, in some cases if medication do not work, surgery may be required. You can learn more about GERD and the treatments options here: ## Doctors have prescribed antacids, blood work, UA, endoscopy has done, sonography are done and all reports are normal. currently antacids are prescribed by the doctors.

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i just came to know i am 3-4 weeks pregnant and i had taken opox 200 tablet twice a day for 5 days 2weeks ago without knowing i am pregnant as i had cold and soar throat .......will it affect my pregnancy or baby in any form? ## please cofirm with maternity doctors since you have took in pregnancy..don't take chance in pregnancy since lot of months are remaining ## From what I've found, Opox contains the active ingredient Loperamide, which is used to help prevent diarrhea. Animal studies have shown no evidence of fetal harm, but no controlled studied have been done in humans. Learn more Loperamide details here. Thus, it is best that you inform your doctor that you took it, just to be on the safe side. Are there any other questions or comments? ## i am 4-5 weeks pregnant and i ha...

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Have successfully used dexilant. for gerd. (60 mg) Due to cost, doctor said I could try Nexium. Concerned about dosage equivalent. Are three 20 mg. of Nexium same as 60 mg. Dexilant? ## Hello, Teri! How are you doing? Actually, there is a Dexilant Advantage program to help people with the cost, it helps you save money and only pay up to $20 per prescription. You can find the information on it at their website Dexilant.com click here. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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3 month old papillon puppy ate 2 mg loperamide tablet that fell on the floor.he did throw up.but he has brown runny stools.he has ben drinking and ate a little cooked white rice.is he going to be ok.there is no vet even close to me ..this happend about 5 hours ago.he is sleeping now.please help ## Hello, MissLilly! How is your pup? Loperamide is a narcotic antidiarrheal that is also used in dogs, but the concern is possible overdosage. How much does he weigh? It is usually dosed according to their body weight. Have you tried calling a vet for information? ## just an update.he is fine.took him to the vet he did blood work found no trace of it in his blood.so he thinks maybe he spit it out and i did not know it..but i am just a worryed mum with a new baby is what is comes down too..thank ...

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Can these two pills be taken at the same time? I have IBS and take Lomotil as needed and my dr. prescribed Methylprednlsolone for my sinus infection. Can these be taken together? I don't feel great. ## Hello, Lvf! How are you? I'm sorry that you're not feeling well. I didn't find any interactions listed between these two medications, but it always best to double check such information to be sure. What type of symptoms are you having? The Methylprednisolone is a steroid class medication, so it can cause some annoying side effects, such as headache, nausea, weight changes, fluid retention and elevated heart rate.

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I'm a 36 yo female and have been having GI issues for two years. In march of this year I had my diseased gallbladder removed. Since then I've still had issues with indigestion, bloating, excessive burping, nausea, tiredness. I've had ct scan and gastric emptying scan which were negative. I just had a colonoscopy and endoscopy done yesterday. Both we're clean but dr did find undigested food in my stomach. I hadn't eaten solid food for 48 hrs prior to the diagnostic. Any ideas? I need some relief and am currently waiting on biopsy results from dr.

i am 16 weeks pregnant...i was feeling some irritation in my neck and doctor has suggested me RANIDOM-O SYRUP.....is it safe to have this syrup during pregnancy...For what is this syrup exactly..... ## This contains the active ingredient Rantidine, which is used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach to prevent, or treat conditions such as heartburn, GERD and ulcers. And you should check with your doctor, or pharmacist to be certain, but from what I have found, it's listed as being in pregnancy category B, which means it's not believed to cause any harm to the baby. Are there any other comments or questions? ## No ma'am, as Ranidom o syrup contents Oxetacaine which is not safe during pregnancy..

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If I'm allergic to sulfa can I take lomotil? I had a reaction to the sulfa salt in Levbid. My sulfa allergy is bad enough that I have to watch what vegetables I eat. I'm also allergic to latex, eggs, cleocin, flagyl. I'm not sure which sulfate I'm allergic to. Also am hypersensitive to sulfides and can't drink wine. I don't attempt beer because I have celiacs. Just thought if I provided all my allergies, you might see a common thread. My allergies are bad enough I have an epi pen ## Hi Angela, Based on my research, Lomotil does contain a sulfa-based active ingredient (atropine sulfate)... So I'd say it is something to stay away from if you have a sulfa allergy. I also wasn't aware that there were so many types of sulfa/sulfur/sulfate allergies? But an art...

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I believe that this was in the shape of a caramel shape square chunk, that I chewed. I believe it was removed from the market but I am looking for what was in it to try to replace it as it was the only med that has ever helped with my problem. It might have been chocolate flavored but was definitely dark chocolate colored. ## Hello, Maple! How are you? This medication is still available, under the brand name Lomotil and as a generic, but it does require a prescription from your doctor and is no longer available as a chew, from what I understand. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and blurred vision. Is there anything else I can help with? ## was this medicine available at one time in little brown squares that you chewed?

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many years ago I used a med that was like a caramel shaped square that was dark chocolate in color and it was chewable. I am looking to find out what it was and what was in it as it is the only med I have ever taken that controlled my diarrhea. I no the doctor told me it was no longer available back in 88 but am wondering if they have something similar to it now. ## Hi Maple, I did a bit of research online using the description you provided and found that certain brands (such as Imodium) do still make chewable Anti-diarrheal tablets known as Ez Chews. Apparently they're only available in "Cool Mint" flavor... however, this is the closest match I've been able to find. If there's anyone else who would be likely to know more details about the recent history of these typ...

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I also have 2 125 white oval with other side saying imo. I have in my golf bag. Have six of them in small plastic. Can't imagine that I would have this many I'm modicum for gas etc. But would have for shoulder pain rotator cuff repair. Will take to pharmacy to identify. ## Hello, Trish! How are you? No, these are Imodium Advanced, the ones that contain both Loperamide (2mgs) and Simethicone (125mgs). Side effects may include nausea, drowsiness and constipation. (NDC 50580-338) Inactive Ingredients: - Acesulfame Potassium - Croscarmellose Sodium - Calcium Phosphate, Dibasic, Dihydrate - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Stearic Acid

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what is the recommended dosage for an adult ## Hello, David! How are you? This is an Imodium Advanced tablet (NDC 50580-338) and you should follow the instructions on the packaging. They state to take 2 after the initial bout of diarrhea, then one to be taken if you have another bout of diarrhea. Are you on any other medications? This may interact with some of them.

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My Dr says I have low potassium she gave me pot chloride m 20. When I take this drug, in the morning . By that afternoon I have a sensation like some one hit me in the heart and hot lava goes down my arms. And its like I am dying. It is really really scary .why is this happening. No one knows why. ## Hello, Deborah! How are you? Potassium can be very, very harsh on your stomach, so my guess is that it's ramping up your stomach acid production, since those same symptoms can occur with GERD. Have you tried making sure not to take it on an empty stomach? You also may want to ask about taking an antacid, while you're on it.

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i had an intercourse wt a bf last friday and taken lady pills on saturday afternoon.following days i often have an hour late taking it bt successive already for 10 days.i also drink an ibupropen liquid gel together wt the lady pill... til now been experiencing gastro intestinal prob...and i hvent have my period yet.. since its my first time to take pills felt something in my stomach especially on the upper part.. try drink 3 tablets of buscopan too to feel relieved... so after 28 days don pa ba ako magkaka period? just confused...still hve gastro prob. ## had intercourse with bf last 14th and next day able to try taking lady pills for the first time bt until now still i dnt hve my period...is there a possibility that im ovulating now? or pregnant? we able to try use syringe with cold wa...

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what are the possible side reactions to Nexpro RD 20 ## it is useful to treat ulcers and GERD or heartburn or duodenal ulcers. ## Yes, Nexpro contains the active ingredient Esomaprazole, this is a proton pump inhibitor used to reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Common side effects may include: nausea, headache, diarrhea and gas. You can read more here: Do you have any other questions? ## I have been takeing Nexpro RD 20 for more then 2 yrs regularry , I am little bit afrid from medicine side effect , can you advise me whats type of side effect can be occur , I have not any side effect from medicine but for the long period taking madicine Good or bad. ? ## IF doctor has prescribed medicines like 1. EMESET 4 MG TABLEST 2. NEXPRO RD 20 MG CAPSULES 3. NEXPRO 40MG TABLESTS 4....

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I can't remember if I took my Dexilant this morning (it's 50/50 likelihood, but I have really bad heartburn. Can i go ahead and take a pill now. I don't want to overdose or anything. I would love to take one now adn then be more diligent about taking it starting tomorrow morning. ## Hello, Nina! How are you? You could end up making yourself ill for the day, due to not producing enough stomach acid to properly digest foods. I would suggest checking with your doctor or pharmacist regarding this matter What is the dosage that you take?

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Endoscopy showed GERD/Linear ulcer. I have takem SOMPRAZ HP Kit for two weeks along with Nexpro. Then Nexpro RD, normaxin etc for a month. Now I am taking NEXPRO-L for the last one week and to continue for a week. My appetite has reduced. Is it due to medicine effect?

I'm taking opana n took loperamide. Will loperamide stop my opana from working? ## Hello, Russell! How are you? No, but you may end up constipated for a few days, since the Opana can cause it as a side effect and that's basically what the Loperamide also causes. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take lomonital for chrohns disease for 5years and still us the restroom on myself I am at my wits in cause the diahreaah is getting worse and can not leave my house unless I use the restroom on myself I have become a person who does not leave the house and have no life at all my grandkids have little programs at church and school but I can't go and I feel like giving up half the time.I have had lights put up me and down me and was dignised wirh having chrohns disease but t...

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i am in India and suffering from distal Ulcerative colitis from last 13 -14 years, i am 27years old and from last 7 to 8 year i have been taking Lomotil 1 or 2 tabs every daycause to control diarrea, and from last 3 years i have been taking 1/2 tab of lomotil every morning with mesacol 400mg - ulcerative colitis, and Glyde tabs - for piles, is this dose harmfull for me in FUTURE or should i stop talking lomotil cause of side effects.. HELP ME

I had been taking PAN 40 for the six months. Now in place of PAN 40 dr prescribed for Rabeloc 20. Please let me know for what disease/illness PAN 40 and Rabeloc 20 is used???? ## Hello, Kondodi! How are you? Both of these medications are proton pump inhibitors that are used to reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to help treat or prevent conditions such as ulcers, GERD, heartburn and gastritis. Did your doctor not provide you with a diagnosis?

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