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Do any1 know where I could purchase OTC Acid blocker? I'm 13 months out and staying hungry even after I know I have had a fulfilling meal. Thanks in advance

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When I spoke to my surgeon as well as my primary doctor, Gas-X seems to be the one of choice. This is OTC, and it's safe to use on a daily basis if needed.

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CVS, Wahlgreens carry OTC Omeprazole, pepsin etc. This will help drastically. :P

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Thanks for the response going now to purchase

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Target also carries it OTC. Cost is not that bad for a 3 month supply. I find I still need to take 1 20 mg dose daily, even at almost 2 years out. I will be reminded by sleeve if I forget.

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Target also carries it OTC. Cost is not that bad for a 3 month supply. I find I still need to take 1 20 mg dose daily, even at almost 2 years out. I will be reminded by sleeve if I forget.

Thanks Fiddleman

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Target also carries it OTC. Cost is not that bad for a 3 month supply. I find I still need to take 1 20 mg dose daily, even at almost 2 years out. I will be reminded by sleeve if I forget.

thanks Fiddleman

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Just a question to those taking the acid reducers, are you having reflux or taking it to keep your hunger level down?

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I had acid reflux.

Lynda

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I get reflux at night and take a Nexium at bedtime. However, I had reflux before VSG too. I have also found a Tbsp on organic apple cider vinegar in my first glass of Water in the morning helps a lot with reflux. Takes a bit of getting used to but it adds to your gut's population of good bacteria apparently. Seems counterintuitive but it has helped me.

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FYI Gas x does nothing for acid. Helps with gas pains and gas on the bottom side. But you need a PPI for acid. I hear Prevacid is a good OTC one. But I just called my PCP and got a 3 month supply of Nexium. That's the best. If you know anybody in Mexico they can send you some pantozol you don't need a script there it's the same as Nexium. Works good. Also get the B Vitamin injections if you can. They are cheap and you give yourself an injection once a month. If your close to the border it's worth it. Or if you're on your way there for surgery pick that stuff up before heading home. Your Dr. Will help you.

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There are a lot of OTC acid reducers you just have to find what works for you personally. I started with Prilosec and it didn't seem to help. I was still getting hunger and pains. I switched to Pepcid AC and its worked great for me. I take 20 mg twice a day and don't get those horrible hunger pains or the stabbing pains I was getting before. Just try different ones and you will find one that works for you.

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