[henry6]

Sour stomach remedies. My doctors put me on a number of medicines: Asprin 81 MG, Metroprolo, Clopidogrel, Pantoprazole, Simvastatin, Lisinopril, and (if needed for pain) Tramadol. I suspect this is what is causing me to have a sour stomach. Has anyone had a similar problem? Any remedies?

[gustavo]

Originally Posted by henry6

Sour stomach remedies. My doctors put me on a number of medicines: Asprin 81 MG, Metroprolo, Clopidogrel, Pantoprazole, Simvastatin, Lisinopril, and (if needed for pain) Tramadol. I suspect this is what is causing me to have a sour stomach. Has anyone had a similar problem? Any remedies?

Figure out a way to get off all those meds.

[Carl in Tampa]

Ask your doctor. I haven't had sour stomach in years, but when I did Pepto Bismal worked for me. But you need to find out from your pharmacist if Pepto would cancel any of the effects of your prescription meds.

[buggyone]

Instead of all those prescription meds, drop a couple of Alka-Seltzer tablets in a glass of water when you feel your "sour stomach" and drink it down. Problem solved!

Actually, get a second opinion from another doctor and you just might find you do not need all those meds. It is always wise to get that second opinion.

[Barefoot]

Two suggestions to try: Eliminate things like bread (gluten) from your diet. And take a daily non prescription probiotic such as Culturelle.

[Uptown Girl]

It may be helpful to take note of when the 'sour stomach' occurs.
Is it a constant thing or do you only have it at certain times ( regularly, like upon awakening)?

Or say, 1 hour after taking a particular medication dose?

Talking to your pharmacist may help. Call and ask for a consultation appointment. Tell them you take multiple meds and would like a review.
Gather your meds and take them with you.

(Walgreen's has a private room for this and there is no charge) Tell your pharmacist what is happening, how often, and when. See what they say. They would know if this is common or unusual and will guide you accordingly.

You could be taking them incorrectly- some may require there be food in your stomach prior to the dose, for example.

You may be eating something that interacts badly (like potassium, or grapefruit) or you may need to take the meds at different intervals.

There could be a number of things- and it is worth trying to remedy, if that is possible.
Have you mentioned this to your Doctor?

[bike42]

The most common cause of belching and burning in the stomach is a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, easily treatable. See Dr. Gabe Mirkin on Health, Fitness and Nutrition. » Helicobacter and Stomach Ulcers

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by Uptown Girl

It may be helpful to take note of when the 'sour stomach' occurs.
Is it a constant thing or do you only have it at certain times ( regularly, like upon awakening)?

Or say, 1 hour after taking a particular medication dose?

Talking to your pharmacist may help. Call and ask for a consultation appointment. Tell them you take multiple meds and would like a review.
Gather your meds and take them with you.

(Walgreen's has a private room for this and there is no charge) Tell your pharmacist what is happening, how often, and when. See what they say. They would know if this is common or unusual and will guide you accordingly.

You could be taking them incorrectly- some may require there be food in your stomach prior to the dose, for example.

You may be eating something that interacts badly (like potassium, or grapefruit) or you may need to take the meds at different intervals.

There could be a number of things- and it is worth trying to remedy, if that is possible.
Have you mentioned this to your Doctor?

Excellent advice.

I persoanlly would try "Brioshi". It taste great and hopefully relieve you, of sour stomach.

[senior citizen]

Originally Posted by gustavo

Figure out a way to get off all those meds.

DITTO. I AGREE WITH GUSTAVO.


All of these pharmaceuticals have side effects. Some have numerous side effects. All of these side effects lead you to more medications.


It is a vicious cycle, for sure.


Try some saltine crackers at the moment.
Or, TUMS.

[quirky3]

They are all right! And, reduce sugar consumption. Good luck!

[MSNPA]

My doctor gave me a prescription for Tramadol for headache pain. I took one a few weeks ago and became terribly sick. It really gave me horrible stomach spasms and pain. Be careful of the pills you take. Sometimes they can cause more harm than good.

[Bonnevie]

the Pantoprazole is being prescribed to help with acid production. You should be taking it 30 minutes before breakfast. However, if you suffer from GERD (reflux disease) you must also follow the other advice, i.e. eat smaller amounts, do not eat at least 2 hours before going to bed, elevate head of bed. Take note of foods that seem to trigger it. You can use maalox or mylanta as needed but avoid taking at same time as medication. TUMS has calcium carbonate and taking too many can cause a rebound effect. pepto bismol has salicylate in it (similar to aspirin) so not good for you...alka seltzer also has aspirin in it. best advice given here was to talk to the pharmacist where you get these filled as was pointed out. Even though they are often overworked, I know I always appreciated giving advice to people who really wanted it--made me feel like I was actually helping instead of just being a robot filling prescriptions. If you get them thru a mailout pharmacy, they should also have a phone number to call for counseling.

[villages07]

Years of ibuprofen because of bad knees caused nasty acid reflux. Prilosec helped but it has issues too.

Heard and read about papaya enzyme extract tablets and apple cider vinegar tablets as help for reflux. It seemed to help. Both can be found in the vitamin and supplement aisle.

Now that the knees are fixed, no more ibuprofen. Whether that or the apple cider tabs...no more acid reflux now either!