I have been struggling with acid reflux off and on. In Jan. after a bad bronchial infection requiring prednisone and antibiotics, I had a bad ulcerated esaupagus bleed, was hospitalized and received two units of blood.  My endoscopy six eweeks after showed total healing.  Since then every PPI prescribed has caused a severe dryness in my mouth and throat causing many sleepless nights, lying awake drinking water.  Then, I awake so dry, I am wheezing.  They all cause the same side effect.  Also, Tums, Pepside, Mylanta and Zantac.  I am at a loss, I don't know what to take.  I'm afraid my doctor thinks it's in my head.  If I take nothing, I feel burning after almost every meal.  If I take the meds I'm miserable and end up with asthma which I then must treat.  Any suggestions?