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Has anyone ever used Elavil for esophageal spasms [severe] along with severe hiatal hernia and re?
Also have reflux from both the esophogus and hiatal hernia. Has been about 3 years and is continuing to get worse. Spasms cause my throat to close and is nick named "nutcracker disease." This has been a drug recommened instead of surgery to try first. I need to know the pros and cons on... read more
My gastro doc has perscribed Baclofen ( a muscule relaxer) for esophageal spasms. I do think I may?
... have had at least one of these spasms during a severe gerd attack. But due to also having been diagnosed with costochondritis (inflamation of the cartalidge in the ribs) I cannot tell if I'm still having mild spasms. All these issues happened after the severe gerd attack. I take PPI's... read more
How soon can I take sucralfate before I eat?
I'm taking sucralfate (as tablet dissolved in small amt of water) before meals and at bedtime for esophageal ulcer, not stomach ulcer. I have GERD. Do I still need to take it 1hr before meals? Or can I take it immediately before eating?
Esophageal Spasm - I have a lump in my throat and chest pain 24-7 from my esophageal muscle spasms?
what is the best medication and is the lump and pain normal to stay continous Thanks
Isosorbide Mononitrate - How long does it take Imdur to relieve chest pain?
I just started Imdur yesterday for esophageal spasms and I am wondering how long it takes to get relief from the chest pains. I haven't gotten any relief yet. I am on the lowest dose available (30mg) to start with.
What acid reflux medicine can I safely take with Plavix?
If someone is on Plavix and has acid reflexI would like to know the name of the acid reflex medication you are taking? Sunshine 2010
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