I'm sure you have been asked this many times but have you tried changing your diet and staying away from the foods that make our symptoms worse? If it makes you feel any better, it isn't good to stay on the PPI"s, for more than a few months because they cause bone loss and other problems. I think there are people who are allergic to just about every medication out there. You are not alone,. Hugs GB

I have had good luck with not eating three hours before bed. Please read the label on your meds. Some of them are extended release, meant to last 24 or 12 hours so it makes then less effective when you cut then in half. You don't have to worry about offering anything to the group, you can just seek advice for now. Don't give up! Try to get done exercise to help with.your anxiety.

Someone in the group recommended a product that is not a medication but helps with Gerd, Gastritis, etc. It's called Pepzin GI. I ordered it a few days ago and it's coming by Saturday I believe. I will let you know how it works. It sure beats taking the PPI"s which in time cause bone damage. I hope I got the spelling right this time! Hugs GB

Hi gramybear and prayinglots.

Thank you so much for all your suggestions. I am at a cross road right now! My issue is not only the acid reflux made worse by certain medications like Zantac but also having breathing issues on most of them. I was reading on Ask.com that a lot of people that already have anxiety can not take Zantac so I am thinking that must be my issue. Breathing issues seem to come along with my anxiety. And I think my breathing issues on the Zantac is caused by my anxiety. Sort of like a big huge circle of crap! lol

I know that diet works really well but so hard to stick to those rules of diet on some days! I can do pretty good for even a few weeks at a time but as soon as I start eating the junk. Boy I get in trouble.

Thanks for responding to my post. I really appreciate it ladies!

Vicki.

To gramybear,

Let us know how you do on the Pepzin GI I hope it really helps you with your Gerd!

Hugs,

Vicki.

Vicki, to address the fundamental GERD issue, watch your diet. Check out MayoClinic online for some guidelines about what not to eat to control your reflux.

I've no doubt that some people have rebound issues with PPIs. It's called the 'ironic effect.' Talk to your doc about trying and acid reducing med instead of a PPI. I've never heard of anyone having an allergic reaction to PPIs, but perhaps that's possible.

Anxiety will exacerbate the condition, for sure. And it could be at the root of your inability to take the meds. We all know the power of fear, (and what it feels like to be in its grip). If you've got a therapist, check it out with him or her. Try yoga and meditation. These are two of the most healing non med 'treatments' out there. No side effects, all gain.

Things will get better. You just have to sort it all out.




Grammybear, it's true that the PPIs can compromise bone health. Unfortunately, many of we GERD sufferers are stuck on these drugs longer than a few months. I'm one of those people; I've been on them for years.

The best way to offset this negative side effect is to exercise--weight bearing exercise particularly. Stretching and weight training are great, too. Exercise is great for stress relief.

I hope that your new med is a success, and you'll write a 'review.'
hugs.

Thanks UmbrellaPine for your suggestions!

I've been mostly following a gerd diet! Again mostly. I have some days that I will cheat especially with chocolates. That is my weakness. I don't ever, ever have spicy or really fatty foods!

My anxiety will get the best of me sometimes and boy the acid reflux will really get bad!

Thanks everyone for your suggestions and support!

Vicki.