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scallopMember

I have been on protonix for many years and since it really isn't helping my butt burn (that's why I've been taking it) I have started the long, slow
process of tapering off of it. I am now done with the protonix but have substitued Zantac 150 and will gradually move down to Zantac 75 and then completely off. In any case, I am experiencing alot more gas than I usually do. Do you think this could be because my gut flora is totally changing now that
I have more acid in my system?

Thanks so much,

Debbie

4/30/138:38 PM

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Jan DollarModerator, RN, retired

Sure, that's definitely possible. But, you are doing the best you can to gradually wean off the stuff. Hopefully, this will even out over time. About the only thing I could suggest is to reduce your carb intake. Undigested carbs increase gas production. Maybe some Beano or other digestive enzymes.

Jan

4/30/1311:26 PM

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scallopMember

Hi Jan-- Thanks. The gas has decreased although the butt burn is bad as ever.

Hope you are well.

Debbie

5/5/1311:59 PM

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Jan DollarModerator, RN, retired

Have you ever tried cholestramine powder or Cholestid tablets for the butt burn (Rx only)? It binds with the bile acids, so works differently than stomach acid reducers.

I presume you've tried all the fiber bulking agents...

Jan

5/6/131:36 AM

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