AboutEric Brandt Expertise I will answer questions regarding prescripion and non prescription drugs as well as commonly used mdicinal herbs. I will also answer questions on various medical conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, thyroid problems, diabets, menopause, parkinson`s disease, multiple sclerosis, depression etc.
Experience I am a practicing hospital pharmacist with 10 years experience in hospital and 10 years retail pharmacy experience prior to that.
I have my own drug information web site at http://www.druginformation.bc.ca
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Question Hello - Before being treated, I suffered from fairly severe acid reflux and indigestion. I have been taking 30mg of Prevacid as prescribed for the last 4 months or so. I also underwent a procedure to dilate my esophagus. There was damage to my esophagus from stomach acid, but no ulcers were discovered. Even so, if I stop taking Prevacid for a few days, my stomach goes nuts. I have no intention of changing my treatment unless advised by my physician...but I'm also not a fan of being dependant on medication. My understanding is that Prevacid can inhibit the absorption of B vitamins. I'm a male in my mid-30s with no other health concerns. I've heard of apple cider vinegar being an alternative to treat acid reflux. My question is, what are some known, safe alternatives to taking Prevacid? Thanks for your help!
Answer Hi Charlie,
Chronic acid reflux requires chronic treatment.
I do not have experience with apple cider vinegar.
I do have personal experience with chronic reflux for the past 20 years. Taking medications for it for the past 20 years improved my quality of life without adverse effects.
You may try alternatives but I do not know of any that would be as potent at reducing acid as Prevacid and others in its class.
Thank you for using Allexperts
Sincerely,
Eric Brandt, B.Sc. Pharm
