Discussions tagged “GERD”

I was prescribed Cimetidine 300mg Tablets for my GERD and have been taking them for a few weeks now. They've helped with the heartburn, but I'm a bit worried about the potential side effects, especially the rare but serious ones. Has anyone else had any issues with this medication? I've heard stories about hallucinations and liver problems, but I'm not sure how common these are. I want to make sure I'm not missing any crucial signs. Any insights or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated! I'm weighing up whether to talk to my doctor about switching to a different drug. I'm also curious if anyone has any tips on managing the more mild side effects if they occur. I know they're usually minor, but I could always use some tips to make my life a bit easier. I've also been wondering about the best time of day to take this medication. I'm supposed to take them before meals, but I've been wondering if there's a particular time that works better for most people. Thanks in advance for your help!

I've been prescribed Famotidine 40mg/5ml Oral Susp 50ml for my GERD, and I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced any serious side effects. The list of urgent side effects is pretty concerning, and I'm a bit nervous about starting this medication. Has anyone had a reaction beyond a headache? Or does anyone have a similar prescription? Do you just take it for your reflux? I'd love to hear some real-world experiences and advice. The alternative treatment is surgery, so I'd much rather know there are people that had this work for them or give me their experience.