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Man I just got back from Wally world, as I have had acid reflux since 8:00pm, when I read this post. I went and picked up some Prilosec, but then read the box when I got home and says it does not work right away. After eating 6 Tum tablets you think it would ease up a little (NOPE). I may have to run back out for Gaviscon, I need sleep or I won't make it at work tomorrow, and I'm sure the boss wont like that. Thanks for the info. I think today has been the worst it has been and the longest I have had it, I actually had it on and off all day. If it don't go away I think I may cry.....

It's true that Prilosec can take up to 14 days for maximum efficacy. But, it will work. You might have to take it twice a day in the beginning. I really hope your doc gets serious about the reflux. Tums just won't cut it, and it's just a miserable situation to be in.

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It's true that Prilosec can take up to 14 days for maximum efficacy. But, it will work. You might have to take it twice a day in the beginning. I really hope your doc gets serious about the reflux. Tums just won't cut it, and it's just a miserable situation to be in.

Well I called my doctors office, and spoke with a triage nurse, she is having me go and get checked out. Finally I have been having this problem since week one. Maybe something will get done now. Wish me luck, I just hope it is not something more serious.

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Tums and Rennies do nothing for me, but GAVISCON does the trick. It's sugar free and not too disgusting. I'd definitely recommend it.

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I was told to take Prilosec ( OTC) every day for the next 6 months by my doctor. I started on them my first day home.

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My doc prescribes Prilosec solutabs, he is super causious of obstruction so I cant take any pills with out cutting and crushing them I just hope they dont taste to horrible

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