Antacids

[Solo]

I have some free time today so I thought I'd check in. Anyway, I've been on an ant-acid for hyper-acidity ever since I could swallow pills. I probably switched to Zantac over a decade ago. I took 2 a day. A few years ago, I began shedding some of my hair; every time I ran my hands through my scalp, I would come up with multiple strands of hair in my hands. Needless to say I also experienced severe muscle weakness. Especially in the hip area; my balance became so erratic, that I *almost* had to walk with a cane. Another thing, due to my muscles being weakened, I got Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome, and my knees continued to suffer. Now after some research, I realized that Zantac was the culprit behind all of my problems. It seems that all ppi (proton pump inhibitor) ant-acids contain a compound that blocks the action of B vitamins, and as you know, B vitamins are very important for your scalp, as well as energy in general.
So I found a probiotic that works, I Flora, and I quit taking Zantac. I thought all was well but I was experiencing constant fatigue and my knees never got better. I went to my doctor and he said that I have the knees of an 18 year old, and he has no idea why I say that they're weak. (I don't know how much smoke he was blowing up my ass as he was a workman's comp doc)These past few days I have incorporated a different ant-acid, Pepcid, into my regime once a day. My fatigue has drastically improved and my knees are 100% better. But this time, I plan on incorporating a B Complex vitamin into my plan, with all the essential B vitamins, Hopefully I can avoid any of the complications. Anyhow, I take Pepcid once a day at night, and the next day around 3 or 4 fatigue starts setting in, I'm considering upping it to twice daily. What does everyone think and what are your experiences with ant-acids?

 

[Solo]

I have some free time today so I thought I'd check in. Anyway, I've been on an ant-acid for hyper-acidity ever since I could swallow pills. I probably switched to Zantac over a decade ago. I took 2 a day. A few years ago, I began shedding some of my hair; every time I ran my hands through my scalp, I would come up with multiple strands of hair in my hands. Needless to say I also experienced severe muscle weakness. Especially in the hip area; my balance became so erratic, that I *almost* had to walk with a cane. Another thing, due to my muscles being weakened, I got Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome, and my knees continued to suffer. Now after some research, I realized that Zantac was the culprit behind all of my problems. It seems that all ppi (proton pump inhibitor) ant-acids contain a compound that blocks the action of B vitamins, and as you know, B vitamins are very important for your scalp, as well as energy in general.
So I found a probiotic that works, I Flora, and I quit taking Zantac. I thought all was well but I was experiencing constant fatigue and my knees never got better. I went to my doctor and he said that I have the knees of an 18 year old, and he has no idea why I say that they're weak. (I don't know how much smoke he was blowing up my ass as he was a workman's comp doc)These past few days I have incorporated a different ant-acid, Pepcid, into my regime once a day. My fatigue has drastically improved and my knees are 100% better. But this time, I plan on incorporating a B Complex vitamin into my plan, with all the essential B vitamins, Hopefully I can avoid any of the complications. Anyhow, I take Pepcid once a day at night, and the next day around 3 or 4 fatigue starts setting in, I'm considering upping it to twice daily. What does everyone think and what are your experiences with ant-acids?

 

[Solo]

I have some free time today so I thought I'd check in. Anyway, I've been on an ant-acid for hyper-acidity ever since I could swallow pills. I probably switched to Zantac over a decade ago. I took 2 a day. A few years ago, I began shedding some of my hair; every time I ran my hands through my scalp, I would come up with multiple strands of hair in my hands. Needless to say I also experienced severe muscle weakness. Especially in the hip area; my balance became so erratic, that I *almost* had to walk with a cane. Another thing, due to my muscles being weakened, I got Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome, and my knees continued to suffer. Now after some research, I realized that Zantac was the culprit behind all of my problems. It seems that all ppi (proton pump inhibitor) ant-acids contain a compound that blocks the action of B vitamins, and as you know, B vitamins are very important for your scalp, as well as energy in general.
<br />So I found a probiotic that works, I Flora, and I quit taking Zantac. I thought all was well but I was experiencing constant fatigue and my knees never got better. I went to my doctor and he said that I have the knees of an 18 year old, and he has no idea why I say that they're weak. (I don't know how much smoke he was blowing up my ass as he was a workman's comp doc)These past few days I have incorporated a different ant-acid, Pepcid, into my regime once a day. My fatigue has drastically improved and my knees are 100% better. But this time, I plan on incorporating a B Complex vitamin into my plan, with all the essential B vitamins, Hopefully I can avoid any of the complications. Anyhow, I take Pepcid once a day at night, and the next day around 3 or 4 fatigue starts setting in, I'm considering upping it to twice daily. What does everyone think and what are your experiences with ant-acids?

 

[kitomd21]

Nice to see you back! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">

It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...

I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...

 

[kitomd21]

Nice to see you back! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">

It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...

I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...

 

[kitomd21]

Nice to see you back! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
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<br />It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...
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<br />I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...

 

[Solo]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>kitomd21</b></i>

Nice to see you back!

</end quote></div>

Thanks. Nice to be back to this loving, caring community.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif" border="0">



<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...</end quote></div>

Well I don't think anybody would have a problem with any antacid, if they didn't abuse them; ergo take them in the alloted time. There's a reason why the package states you shouldn't take them longer than 14 days.



<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...</end quote></div>

I am just beginning to try Pepcid. The technical name is famitodine, and for Zantac it is Ranitidine. I hope this works better then Zantac. Although I didn't have a problem with the effectiveness of Zantac, just the side effects.

 

[Solo]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>kitomd21</b></i>

Nice to see you back!

</end quote>

Thanks. Nice to be back to this loving, caring community.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif" border="0">



<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...</end quote>

Well I don't think anybody would have a problem with any antacid, if they didn't abuse them; ergo take them in the alloted time. There's a reason why the package states you shouldn't take them longer than 14 days.



<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...</end quote>

I am just beginning to try Pepcid. The technical name is famitodine, and for Zantac it is Ranitidine. I hope this works better then Zantac. Although I didn't have a problem with the effectiveness of Zantac, just the side effects.

 

[Solo]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>kitomd21</b></i>
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<br />Nice to see you back!

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<br />Thanks. Nice to be back to this loving, caring community.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif" border="0">
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<br /><div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>It's interesting that you posted your experiences with Zantac in a negative light. I remember hearing about Zantac in relation to higher incidence of pelvic fracture with long-term use a couple of years ago. Since that time, my daughter hasn't taken Zantac or any other PPI (originally rx'd for GERD, but that has resolved). Her doctors have discussed continuing with a PPI for improved enzyme absorption, but her weight gain has been acceptable - still working on formed stools, however...</end quote>
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<br />Well I don't think anybody would have a problem with any antacid, if they didn't abuse them; ergo take them in the alloted time. There's a reason why the package states you shouldn't take them longer than 14 days.
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<br /><div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>I'll keep Pepcid in mind for the future...</end quote>
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<br />I am just beginning to try Pepcid. The technical name is famitodine, and for Zantac it is Ranitidine. I hope this works better then Zantac. Although I didn't have a problem with the effectiveness of Zantac, just the side effects.

 

[chrissyd]

I take 2 zantac a day and a prilosec. That's the best combo for me. I do have a few symptoms you mentioned--
hair loss-- this is due to my severe vitamin deficiencies
muscle weakness- this is due to a mithochondrial disease


When I do rarely have break through reflux so I keep tums next to the bed just incase. I hope your new pills work!


<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[chrissyd]

I take 2 zantac a day and a prilosec. That's the best combo for me. I do have a few symptoms you mentioned--
hair loss-- this is due to my severe vitamin deficiencies
muscle weakness- this is due to a mithochondrial disease


When I do rarely have break through reflux so I keep tums next to the bed just incase. I hope your new pills work!


<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[chrissyd]

I take 2 zantac a day and a prilosec. That's the best combo for me. I do have a few symptoms you mentioned--
<br />hair loss-- this is due to my severe vitamin deficiencies
<br />muscle weakness- this is due to a mithochondrial disease
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<br />
<br />When I do rarely have break through reflux so I keep tums next to the bed just incase. I hope your new pills work!
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<br /><img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[Giggles]

I have had stomach aches and hard to eat dairy and I started the Prilosec and I got much better with increased appetite and no stomach problems although I do not drink milk anymore and limit cheese. I take 1 prilosec daily. Doc said too that it helps the enzymes work better but I have heard about the antacids not being good for your bones!


Jennifer 38 with Cf and CFRD

 

[Giggles]

I have had stomach aches and hard to eat dairy and I started the Prilosec and I got much better with increased appetite and no stomach problems although I do not drink milk anymore and limit cheese. I take 1 prilosec daily. Doc said too that it helps the enzymes work better but I have heard about the antacids not being good for your bones!


Jennifer 38 with Cf and CFRD

 

[Giggles]

I have had stomach aches and hard to eat dairy and I started the Prilosec and I got much better with increased appetite and no stomach problems although I do not drink milk anymore and limit cheese. I take 1 prilosec daily. Doc said too that it helps the enzymes work better but I have heard about the antacids not being good for your bones!
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<br />Jennifer 38 with Cf and CFRD

 

[windex125]

I am in severe pain on and off right at the top of my stomach dead center under breast area.Its lower than where we get heartburn? was diagnosed with GERD/ Acid Reflux a few yrs have been on prontix for yrs now. And recently this past mts things are really acting up bad. The pain is very bad last for 2-3 days I haven't called the doctor I know, I know but wanted to know if anyone else expereinces this severe pain, I also am using TUMS,PEPCID? added a extra creon with meals anything else to recommend. Gall Bladder out yrs ago. I've been using ice packs which help somewhat. I know I have to see a gastro doctor, but I hate all those tests. Pat women 55/MAC/Staph/GERD/Acid Reflux write me someone.....

 

[windex125]

I am in severe pain on and off right at the top of my stomach dead center under breast area.Its lower than where we get heartburn? was diagnosed with GERD/ Acid Reflux a few yrs have been on prontix for yrs now. And recently this past mts things are really acting up bad. The pain is very bad last for 2-3 days I haven't called the doctor I know, I know but wanted to know if anyone else expereinces this severe pain, I also am using TUMS,PEPCID? added a extra creon with meals anything else to recommend. Gall Bladder out yrs ago. I've been using ice packs which help somewhat. I know I have to see a gastro doctor, but I hate all those tests. Pat women 55/MAC/Staph/GERD/Acid Reflux write me someone.....

 

[windex125]

I am in severe pain on and off right at the top of my stomach dead center under breast area.Its lower than where we get heartburn? was diagnosed with GERD/ Acid Reflux a few yrs have been on prontix for yrs now. And recently this past mts things are really acting up bad. The pain is very bad last for 2-3 days I haven't called the doctor I know, I know but wanted to know if anyone else expereinces this severe pain, I also am using TUMS,PEPCID? added a extra creon with meals anything else to recommend. Gall Bladder out yrs ago. I've been using ice packs which help somewhat. I know I have to see a gastro doctor, but I hate all those tests. Pat women 55/MAC/Staph/GERD/Acid Reflux write me someone.....