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Lisa

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posted 04/14/2009, comments (2)

Not so good advice on how to administer acid reflux meds....

'Lay your baby down on a changing table or other flat surface.Gently open baby's mouth and squirt the Prevacid in, aiming at the inside of his cheek. Make sure to empty the syringe all at once. If you have any left over, or if you notice that there are still some capsules left at the tip of the syringe, add a bit more water and give it to your... Read more Chevron

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rhysgirl

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posted 04/06/2009, comments (4)

preemie who refuses the bottle due to reflux

My daughter was born at 35 weeks, and had a major onslaught of medical issues that resulted in her being on the ventilator for the first 8 weeks of her life. at week 10, we came home with her on oxygen and a feeding tube. at first she did quite well learning to eat, but in the past 4 weeks has developed severe reflux. she is now on a... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/03/2009, comments (7)

Reglan: New Warnings from the FDA

The FDA has issued a new warning about the use of Reglan or Metaclopramide, a medication that may be used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and related conditions. There has been ongoing concern about the side effects of Reglan. Some children and adults experience Tardive Dyskinesia including tremors and involuntary movements. The... Read more Chevron

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donavan's*mommy

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posted 01/19/2009, comments (8)

my son was diagnosed with acid reflux as an infant

Hi! I am a mother of 1 child who is 21 months old, and was diagnosed with acid reflux as an infant. He had symptoms of throwing up after only a couple ounces of formula, gas, tummy aches, and drooling very badly before and after feedings. Our pediatrician prescribed zantac for the acid reflux. I was actually shocked that they said he had acid... Read more Chevron

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Kitty Catty

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posted 01/08/2009, comment (1)

Insurance vs Costly Stomach Meds

Due to my heartburn problems and being unable to get my medicine (I finally got insurance, but it does not cover expensive stomach medications), I am trying to adjust my diet. It seems like the only thing that does not bother me is chicken noodle soup. I normally like chicken noodle soup, but not if I have to eat it every day. In... Read more Chevron

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