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Old 02-09-2010, 05:43 AM
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There is a special antacid called Gaviscon that is specially made to protect the esophagus from heartburn. I'd try that.
http://www.gaviscon.com/how.aspx

It is best to eat smaller meals, avoid coffee and chocolate, reduce the fat content of the meal somewhat (fat keeps food in the stomach longer) and do not lie down for at least an hour after eating or taking the meds.

Prednisone can commonly cause ulcers. So you have to be ever watchful when using it chronically.

You cannot take Cellcept WITH any calcium, so space any calcium supplement or antacid at least 2 hrs after a Cellcept dose.

You could try the Gaviscon at bedtime (time of greatest reflux) if you don't take Cellcept at that time too.
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