Propulsid???

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My doctor has suggested I try to get ahold of some propulsid or cisapride, which next I travel, which I do quite regularly. In which countris is propulsid or cisapride legal to be sold? Thanks. —

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> My doctor has suggested I try to get ahold of some > propulsid or cisapride, which next I travel, which I do > quite regularly.

Are you sure?  Propulsid has some pretty serious risks and contraindications. — Richard W Kaszeta http://www.kaszeta.org/rich

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> > My doctor has suggested I try to get ahold of some > propulsid or cisapride, which next I travel, which I do > quite regularly. > Are you sure?  Propulsid has some pretty serious risks and contraindications.

I’m sure he told me to….  He did have me get an EKG first to verify that my QT level (whatever that is), was within normal limits. But I’m not sure I should do it although I’m having a pretty bad time with reflux and throat problems even at 60mg of Prevacid per day and pretty rigorous dietary controls, bed raised etc. He led me to believe that it is legal and accepted medical practice in most countries, save the US and Canada.  I know it’s available in Mexico but I’m wondering if anyone knows what other countries consider it safe.  How about western Europe for example? I’m not sure at all – but it’s very tempting and I don’t know who to trust. Louise —

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> > My doctor has suggested I try to get ahold of some > > propulsid or cisapride, which next I travel, which I do > > quite regularly. > Are you sure?  Propulsid has some pretty serious risks and contraindications. > I’m sure he told me to….  He did have me get an EKG first > to verify that my QT level (whatever that is), was within > normal limits. > But I’m not sure I should do it although I’m having a > pretty bad time with reflux and throat problems even at > 60mg of Prevacid per day and pretty rigorous dietary > controls, bed raised etc. > He led me to believe that it is legal and accepted medical > practice in most countries, save the US and Canada.  I know > it’s available in Mexico but I’m wondering if anyone knows > what other countries consider it safe.  How about western > Europe for example? > I’m not sure at all – but it’s very tempting and I don’t > know who to trust.

Prokinetic agents like propulsid or metaclopramide (Reglan) aid in esophageal clearing of reflux. They are best used in conjunction with anti-secretory drugs like Nexium. The difference between Propulsid (which is off the market in the US) and Reglan are not that great in practical use. If Reglan doesn’t help you for whatever your problem is, then I doubt the Propulsid will either. At least not enough to justify the risk or go the hassle of importing it. HMc

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> Prokinetic agents like propulsid or metaclopramide (Reglan) aid in > esophageal clearing of reflux. They are best used in conjunction with > anti-secretory drugs like Nexium. The difference between Propulsid (which is > off the market in the US) and Reglan are not that great in practical use. If > Reglan doesn’t help you for whatever your problem is, then I doubt the > Propulsid will either. At least not enough to justify the risk or go the > hassle of importing it. > HMc

Reglan does have some nasty psychological side-effects in some people though. My gastro sited that 15% of those who take reglan will develop side-effects from severe insomnia to extreme depression. It seems it also can cause parkinsons like symptoms… "Reglan is a neuroleptic medication used to treat gastrointestinal problems that have had many cases of Tardive Dyskinesia reported in response to it. Reglan is supposed to increase the stomach and small intestine contractions to help the passage of food. As every medication, Reglan has side effects associated to it and some of them are very serious. In February 1996, the FDA warned that Reglan causes an increased risk of Parkinsonism. Reglan can also cause people to have mild to severe depression, so patients that already suffer depression may want to consider an alternate treatment plan to Reglan. Tardive Dyskinesia has been most often linked to the use of antipsychotic drugs, but the potentially permanent muscle disorder has also been reported side effects of Reglan. Especially older Reglan patients should first consider the risks and benefits of Reglan since elders have a higher incidence of suffering Tardive Dyskinesia." http://www.tardive-dyskinesia.com/reglan/

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> My doctor has suggested I try to get ahold of some > propulsid or cisapride, which next I travel, which I do > quite regularly. > In which countris is propulsid or cisapride legal to be > sold? > Thanks.

Does your doctor know that there is a limited access program for propulsid? The prescription medication PROPULSID

Gastorpareisis Sucks

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The doc diagnosed me several years ago based on symptoms and what was left in my stomach after a long period of time. Not a pretty sight. I was diagnosed with an upper GI.  They did the test at 930am, and what I had eaten at 930pm was still in there.   > There is a test you can have. I believe you > swallow something radioactive, and it is tracked through your > digestive system.

Gastric emptying scan.  They give you a thimble full of radioactive oatmeal and if it goes thru in an hour or so, you supposedly *don’t* have gastroparesis. So, they can’t make up their minds whether I have it or not.  My theory is that between the time I was originally diagnosed, I got my blood sugar very well into control, and my condition improved.  When they did the GES, I wasn’t having any problems at all, therefore no diagnosis. I’ve been having control problems ever since January when I had to switch to Avandia due to problems with Glucophage. (I’ve since made the switch back) Right now I’m having digestive problems galore.  I’m also choking on my food quite often.  Seems it gets stuck, spasms start, it seems to be working it’s way back up while I try to BREATHE, I start these loud hiccups, then it finally goes on down.  Can’t even wash it down with liquids at that point. But at least I haven’t made it back to the constant throwing up. Marilyn, has the doctor had you try Reglan?  I had a problem with Propulsid, and I had to discontinue it long before it was ever taken off the market. Reglan worked well for me, forced me to digest better, and I got a lot of relief with it.  I need to get a new Rx myself, come to think of it. Good luck, I know you are miserable Bev Remove the "SpamFree" for email, please.  

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> stated that aspartame that has undergone heat destruction tastes really > weird and is undrinkable

Geez, I don’t remember that conversation, but I do remember thinking that we had so many similarities that it was spooky! > i really fell for you right now, and only wish i had a cure for you > Dr told me that if i threw up for ANY reason to drink riopan to fend off the > affects of the acid relux…….

I will keep that in mind.  My best defense is a good offense (uh-oh, I sound like I like football).  I have done as Mack mentioned, stuck to foods that are easy to digest and have keep my bgs as low as I can (haven’t gone over 117 for the last couple days).   Maybe I found another silver lining! — Marilyn

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> I was diagnosed with an upper GI.  They did the test at 930am, and what I had > eaten at 930pm was still in there.

Bev, I am nodding my head in understanding with this.  It is a horrible feeling to have.  I am sorry that you too have to deal with this (and such awful other things) I took Reglan for a few years but it caused severe depression.  I was lucky that the doc recognized this and pulled me off of it.  This was when Propulsid was first introduced.  This was a wonder drug for me.  I still have a bottle of it left but am afraid to take any.  I started on Celerex after and it was removed from the market and don’t know if there is any problem in taking them both. Here’s to better days for both of us! — Marilyn

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My Doc put me on Pletal (Cilostazol) It is fairly recent I think. It is supposed to help with the pain, and is a blood thinner. but may take up to three months to show any effects! They found blockages behind one knee, and in both thighs, but at manageable levels. My surgeon showed me the prints he made up of the poloroids he took of my stomach when he opened it up. If it wasn’t my stomach, I would say it was wicked cool. A section of my small intestine is blown up the size of my forearm. Then there is a picture of it sliced open. The whole blockage was peanut butter, mixed with corn. I know, corn is a lousy choice to eat, but it is butter and sugar corn on the cob season round here, and I can’t be good all the GD time. Going for my cardiac tests next Monday. I need a week to rest after last week. Sorry to hear you have already been Dx’d with Gastroparesis. My last message to you won’t make much sense (I thought maybe you had a bit of food poisoning)  I don’t know how I am supposed to handle this. Well for one, no more corn, or peanut butter. If I get a belly ache, am I supposed to worry about another blockage? I don’t know how the hell you and Guy can put up with it. Keep your chin up kid! We’re rootin’ for ya! Sleepyman – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Yes, my surgeon and me are in total agreement. It sucks. I didn’t have > any problems with nausea. There is a test you can have. I believe you > swallow something radioactive, and it is tracked through your > digestive system. I didn’t have any off tastes in my mouth. My problem > was constipation. I just assumed it was a side effect of the combo of > 15 meds. I take each day. Marilyn, see a gasto-interologist, and do it > soon. I wouldn’t wish the crappy (lol) surgery I had on anyone! Or > MOST anyone, >Thanks John.  The doc diagnosed me several years ago based on symptoms and >what was left in my stomach after a long period of time. Not a pretty sight. >I wouldn’t wish your surgery on anyone either!  I just saw an ad for some >medicine for claudation.  Did the doc put you on this?  When are your heart >tests?

An Eye for an Eye, Makes the Whole World, Blind. Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Just a thought, but if you were doing the technicolor yawn all night, you may have a case of food poisoning. Contrary to popular belief, if you get a dose, it takes at least 24 hours to show up. I used to love it when somebody was looking to get a comp meal at any restaurant I managed, by comming up and trying to tell me that there was something wrong with the food, it just made them sick. Sleepy – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – >I typically wait until after the meal is over, sometimes up to an hour >later, to take my basal insulin. > Several foods seem to be part of the problem.  Still > searching.  Another thing that showed up after > heart surgery. > Even a trace of black pepper seems to cause me > problems. >I cannot seem to figure out if I have a food trigger.  The only thing I ate >Saturday was a BBQ pork sandwich and an extra helping of the pork.  It could >have been something I ate on Friday. >This seems to happen when I am under a lot of stress.

An Eye for an Eye, Makes the Whole World, Blind. Mohandas K. Gandhi

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stated that aspartame that has undergone heat destruction tastes really weird and is undrinkable i really fell for you right now, and only wish i had a cure for you Dr told me that if i threw up for ANY reason to drink riopan to fend off the affects of the acid relux……. kate – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Marilyn…… sorry to hear that you are having these trying times > does riopan help when you are in this condition??? to at least counter act > the stomach acids that are coming up as well??? > wish i could help > You did, more than you know.  Thanks! > Erythormycin helps move things along.  I took two doses as soon as I could > keep it down.  I think this may have helped move things through the ole > pipes. > I’m just glad that I didn’t get dehydrated (the silver lining!) > — > Marilyn

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> I have periods of "lazy digestion".  It make me afraid > to lead inject insulin.  So I tolerate a blood sugars > peak to preclude a hypo. >Guy, >I typically wait until after the meal is over, sometimes up to an hour >later, to take my basal insulin. > Several foods seem to be part of the problem.  Still > searching.  Another thing that showed up after > heart surgery. > Even a trace of black pepper seems to cause me > problems. >I cannot seem to figure out if I have a food trigger.  The only thing I ate >Saturday was a BBQ pork sandwich and an extra helping of the pork.  It could >have been something I ate on Friday. >This seems to happen when I am under a lot of stress.

I am sure you know this but condiments can be a problem.  So many things in different foods. Remember I go into a very messy mode with a few bites of shrimp.  Later found my deceased sister has an identical problem. Now that my life is so much simpler I have less problems in several areas. I still think stress is fundamental problem where we are prone to "catch diseases" for some reason. Guess stress is a trigger or an immunity depressing factor.  Guess we will suffer together on the GI  problems.                                        Guy

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> Yes, my surgeon and me are in total agreement. It sucks. I didn’t have > any problems with nausea. There is a test you can have. I believe you > swallow something radioactive, and it is tracked through your > digestive system. I didn’t have any off tastes in my mouth. My problem > was constipation. I just assumed it was a side effect of the combo of > 15 meds. I take each day. Marilyn, see a gasto-interologist, and do it > soon. I wouldn’t wish the crappy (lol) surgery I had on anyone! Or > MOST anyone,

Thanks John.  The doc diagnosed me several years ago based on symptoms and what was left in my stomach after a long period of time. Not a pretty sight. I wouldn’t wish your surgery on anyone either!  I just saw an ad for some medicine for claudation.  Did the doc put you on this?  When are your heart tests? — Marilyn

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>Not to be too graphic, but >there is a yeast-like taste that alerts me to upcoming problems.  Does >anyone else have this?. > Yes, I do, although I usually deal with only 1 day of vomiting and a > few days of diarrhea, then everything goes back to normal.  I switch > to easily digested foods, which also means it is usually higher carb.

Mack, If you were close enough I would hug you.  Thank you.  It helps so much to know that I am not alone.  I’ve heard of other horror stories with the gastroparesis but never anyone who had the awful tasting belches. I managed to not get dehydrated and have to go get an IV.  That’s the first time in many years that I’ve been able to do this.  A couple years ago it was so bad that my kidneys started shutting down.  I figure that one of these times they will just decide to give it up for good.  But not this time! Thanks. — Marilyn

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Thanks Judy. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> I just need to vent. > Ah, geez, Mar. > Thinking of ya. > Judy > Type 1, 25+ years

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> I just need to vent. > Ah, geez, Mar. > Thinking of ya. > Judy > Type 1, 25+ years

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> Marilyn…… sorry to hear that you are having these trying times > does riopan help when you are in this condition??? to at least counter act > the stomach acids that are coming up as well??? > wish i could help

You did, more than you know.  Thanks! Erythormycin helps move things along.  I took two doses as soon as I could keep it down.  I think this may have helped move things through the ole pipes. I’m just glad that I didn’t get dehydrated (the silver lining!) — Marilyn

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> I have periods of "lazy digestion".  It make me afraid > to lead inject insulin.  So I tolerate a blood sugars > peak to preclude a hypo.

Guy, I typically wait until after the meal is over, sometimes up to an hour later, to take my basal insulin. > Several foods seem to be part of the problem.  Still > searching.  Another thing that showed up after > heart surgery. > Even a trace of black pepper seems to cause me > problems.

I cannot seem to figure out if I have a food trigger.  The only thing I ate Saturday was a BBQ pork sandwich and an extra helping of the pork.  It could have been something I ate on Friday. This seems to happen when I am under a lot of stress. — Marilyn

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> I just need to vent.

Ah, geez, Mar. Thinking of ya. Judy Type 1, 25+ years

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Yes, my surgeon and me are in total agreement. It sucks. I didn’t have any problems with nausea. There is a test you can have. I believe you swallow something radioactive, and it is tracked through your digestive system. I didn’t have any off tastes in my mouth. My problem was constipation. I just assumed it was a side effect of the combo of 15 meds. I take each day. Marilyn, see a gasto-interologist, and do it soon. I wouldn’t wish the crappy (lol) surgery I had on anyone! Or MOST anyone, Sleepy >I just need to vent. >I spent last night on the bathroom floor with my head inside the porcelain >bowl.  I’m starving right now but afraid to eat for fear that things will >not digest.  At least the bGs have been good, no hypos. >Someone else mentioned about food "fermenting" in the stomach which is >exactly what I have always felt was happening.  Not to be too graphic, but >there is a yeast-like taste that alerts me to upcoming problems.  Does >anyone else have this?.

An Eye for an Eye, Makes the Whole World, Blind. Mohandas K. Gandhi

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I just need to vent. I spent last night on the bathroom floor with my head inside the porcelain bowl.  I’m starving right now but afraid to eat for fear that things will not digest.  At least the bGs have been good, no hypos. Someone else mentioned about food "fermenting" in the stomach which is exactly what I have always felt was happening.  Not to be too graphic, but there is a yeast-like taste that alerts me to upcoming problems.  Does anyone else have this?. — Marilyn

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>I just need to vent. >I spent last night on the bathroom floor with my head inside the porcelain >bowl.  I’m starving right now but afraid to eat for fear that things will >not digest.  At least the bGs have been good, no hypos. >Someone else mentioned about food "fermenting" in the stomach which is >exactly what I have always felt was happening.  Not to be too graphic, but >there is a yeast-like taste that alerts me to upcoming problems.  Does >anyone else have this?.

I have periods of "lazy digestion".  It make me afraid to lead inject insulin.  So I tolerate a blood sugars peak to preclude a hypo. Several foods seem to be part of the problem.  Still searching.  Another thing that showed up after heart surgery. Even a trace of black pepper seems to cause me problems.                                          Guy

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Marilyn…… sorry to hear that you are having these trying times does riopan help when you are in this condition??? to at least counter act the stomach acids that are coming up as well??? wish i could help kate

… – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> I just need to vent. > I spent last night on the bathroom floor with my head inside the porcelain > bowl.  I’m starving right now but afraid to eat for fear that things will > not digest.  At least the bGs have been good, no hypos. > Someone else mentioned about food "fermenting" in the stomach which is > exactly what I have always felt was happening.  Not to be too graphic, but > there is a yeast-like taste that alerts me to upcoming problems.  Does > anyone else have this?. > — > Marilyn

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Bread worsens reflux

Rabeprazole is a medication used to treat gestational acid reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers. buy rabeprazole and feel better today!

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Hi    I’m a fellow sufferer of GERD for the last 3 yrs. I’m taking Pepcid 40 mg twice daily and Motilium 10 mg 1/2 hr before meals.The PPI’s don’t seem to work on me and I stopped the now banned Propulsid when it started to give me palpitations.It was a good effective drug except for the cardiac effects. Anyways, we all know about foods that exacerbate reflux: high fat, citrus, spicy, acidic…..but has anyone here have the experience of starches and carbs triggering a flare. I have noticed that bread, especially dense, chewy, crusty (read yummy) breads will send me into a flare along with potatoes and other starchy foods. I thought carbs would be the easiest to digest, but I find lately I can have an occasional fix of Kentucky Fried and fries without much problem but bread leaves me suffering for 2 days. Would this intolerance be part of GERD or is there something else brewing? Roseanne

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I have heard of wheat allergy… but dont know a lot about it. Could this be a possibility?? But that wouldnt explain the potatoes.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Hi >    I’m a fellow sufferer of GERD for the last 3 yrs. I’m taking Pepcid 40 mg > twice daily and Motilium 10 mg 1/2 hr before meals.The PPI’s don’t seem to > work on me and I stopped the now banned Propulsid when it started to give me > palpitations.It was a good effective drug except for the cardiac effects. > Anyways, we all know about foods that exacerbate reflux: high fat, citrus, > spicy, acidic…..but has anyone here have the experience of starches and > carbs triggering a flare. I have noticed that bread, especially dense, > chewy, crusty (read yummy) breads will send me into a flare along with > potatoes and other starchy foods. I thought carbs would be the easiest to > digest, but I find lately I can have an occasional fix of Kentucky Fried and > fries without much problem but bread leaves me suffering for 2 days. > Would this intolerance be part of GERD or is there something else brewing? > Roseanne

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>Anyways, we all know about foods that exacerbate reflux: high fat, citrus, >spicy, acidic…..but has anyone here have the experience of starches and >carbs triggering a flare. I have noticed that bread, especially dense, >chewy, crusty (read yummy) breads will send me into a flare along with >potatoes and other starchy foods.

When you say "bread", I am wondering if perhaps it is the dryness that is contributing. People with GERD have problems with motility of the esophagus, and bread can be hard to swallow. Or you could be allergic to wheat. But that does not explain the potatoes. >Would this intolerance be part of GERD or is there something else brewing?

I am not sure what you are asking. GERD is a symptom, not a disease. But this definitely could be relevant. CW http://www.volare.net/gerd

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>I have heard of wheat allergy… but dont know a lot about it. >Could this be a possibility?? But that wouldnt explain the potatoes.

LOL, you said it before I did. I think it’s the dryness factor. She said she can easily digest KFC french fries. I have never heard of a potato allergy, besides. CW http://www.volare.net/gerd

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<<GERD is a symptom, not a disease.>> Hmmm Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease.? Heartburn and Gastro Esophageal Reflux web page: http://www.heartburn-help.com

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>I have heard of wheat allergy… but dont know a lot about it. >Could this be a possibility?? But that wouldnt explain the potatoes. > LOL, you said it before I did. > I think it’s the dryness factor. She said she can easily digest KFC french > fries. > I have never heard of a potato allergy, besides. > CW > http://www.volare.net/gerd

My daughter has a potato allergy. I too had never heard of a potato allergy until my daughter tested slightly positive on skin tests at age three.When we took it totally out of her diet 80 % of her eczema disappeared and now at age 16 it’s gotten worse to the point of breaking out in hives if she has any potatoes. She is also allergic to tomatoes with the same reaction and these two veggies are in the deadly nightshade family along with green peppers. Roseanne

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also the same family as chillies, solanum is the family.  They all contain a rather large amount of chemicals called alkaloids. Paul

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> >I have heard of wheat allergy… but dont know a lot about it. > >Could this be a possibility?? But that wouldnt explain the potatoes. > LOL, you said it before I did. > I think it’s the dryness factor. She said she can easily digest KFC french > fries. > I have never heard of a potato allergy, besides. > CW > http://www.volare.net/gerd > My daughter has a potato allergy. I too had never heard of a potato allergy > until my daughter tested slightly positive on skin tests at age three.When > we took it totally out of her diet 80 % of her eczema disappeared and now at > age 16 it’s gotten worse to the point of breaking out in hives if she has > any potatoes. She is also allergic to tomatoes with the same reaction and > these two veggies are in the deadly nightshade family along with green > peppers. > Roseanne

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><<GERD is a symptom, not a disease.>> >Hmmm Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease.?

Well, yes, I should’ve put "GERD" in quotations, as it should be. The term is grossly inaccurate IME. CW

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Funny, I was just having a similar conversation on another board.  Slow gastric emptying has been known to contribute to GERD.  namely, if the flood flows too slowly out of the stomach, it exerts more pressure to push acid up, also there’s just more "stuff" in your stomach to be refluxed.  So basically, any food that you happen to have trouble digesting quickly qould contribute to GERD. Do you feel "full" more when you eat these foods than the ones that don’t exacerbate the GERD?  If so, its probably the slow digestion thing rather than an allergy.  I’ve heard of lots of people described eating starches (potatos, pasta, etc.) as like having a brick in their stomach, so I imagine many people have trouble digesting them quickly. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->Anyways, we all know about foods that exacerbate reflux: high fat, citrus, >spicy, acidic…..but has anyone here have the experience of starches and >carbs triggering a flare. I have noticed that bread, especially dense, >chewy, crusty (read yummy) breads will send me into a flare along with >potatoes and other starchy foods. >When you say "bread", I am wondering if perhaps it is the dryness that is >contributing. People with GERD have problems with motility of the esophagus, >and bread can be hard to swallow. Or you could be allergic to wheat. But that >does not explain the potatoes. >Would this intolerance be part of GERD or is there something else brewing? >I am not sure what you are asking. GERD is a symptom, not a disease. But this >definitely could be relevant. >CW >http://www.volare.net/gerd

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Propulsid

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I took Propulsid for a few months, until my heart doctor found out.  He went off the wall, saying that that was the worst drug to take if you have heart problems and advising me to discontinue its use immediately. He said their were too many things that could interact with it to cause an allergic reaction–foods, etc.

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>>Has anyone had any heart situations from this medication? Seems I do, but it >is all just starting, I took over 4,000 10mg tabs. of this medication with >poor results. >Thank You, Darren.

Hi Darren There are indeed problems with Propulsid relating to the heart. Check out www.heartburn-help.com/propulsid.htm#4 If you dont get answeres there write to me and I will send all the info I have. Cheers KC

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Thanks! That was very useful, I can’t believe I ingested 4,900 pills of that poison. Regards, Darren. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->>Has anyone had any heart situations from this medication? Seems I do, but >it >>is all just starting, I took over 4,000 10mg tabs. of this medication with >>poor results. >>Thank You, Darren. >Hi Darren >There are indeed problems with Propulsid relating to the heart. >Check out www.heartburn-help.com/propulsid.htm#4 >If you dont get answeres there write to me and I will send all the info I >have. >Cheers >KC

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Has anyone had any heart situations from this medication? Seems I do, but it is all just starting, I took over 4,000 10mg tabs. of this medication with poor results. Thank You, Darren.

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I only took it for a short while and as far as I know there are other drugs that serve a similar purpose, i.e. affecting gut motility. However, I have read that there is a problem with Prepulsid (Cisapride) and that in future it might only be prescribed to limited groups of people.  You may find something on the Mayo Clinic site and also the manufacturers web pages too(Janssen Pharmaceuticals). I remember reading that in the USA there had been some serious heart problems with it.  DT – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->Has anyone had any heart situations from this medication? Seems I do, but it >is all just starting, I took over 4,000 10mg tabs. of this medication with >poor results. >Thank You, Darren.

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propulsid…

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Is it possible for propulsid to have long-term side effects…I took propulsid for 6-8 months at night for very bad heartburn…starting suffering from tachycardia in may nad took me off of it….they never were sure whether or not it was from the propulsid….haven’t taken it since last May but continue to have weird hearbeats. Could this be a result of taking propulsid for so many months? tia.

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I’ve got the same thing from taking propulsid for a few years and quit taking it a few months ago (In fact I ended up in the ER with atrial fibrilation – no heart disease or any other reasonable explanation for it – is this ground for lawsuit or what?).  I found that moderate amounts of vit E (see my post below) can help with irregular heartbeats but you’ve got to be careful about not overdoing it. A generally healty diet will help with both problems. I’d welcome any other comments about any lasting effects taking prepulsid on a long term basis can have on the heart. What bothers me is that after stopping propulsid I found that it was probably quite useless since adhering to a stict(er) diet/exercise program and taking a PPI  (Prevacid in my case) can completelly control heartburn (for me at least).  Of course, now I wonder about the side effects of taking Prevacid on a long term basis…

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Is it possible for propulsid to have long-term side effects…I took propulsid > for 6-8 months at night for very bad heartburn…starting suffering from > tachycardia in may nad took me off of it….they never were sure whether or not > it was from the propulsid….haven’t taken it since last May but continue to > have weird hearbeats. > Could this be a result of taking propulsid for so many months? > tia.

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The other evening I was researching this drug (cisapride) and discovered that the manufacturers will be issuing a statement about it shortly because of the heart problems that have occurred.  Just done another search and can’t locate the page but will try again and let you know. Looked to me that, in future, it will only be prescribed very selectively.   DT – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->Is it possible for propulsid to have long-term side effects…I took propulsid >for 6-8 months at night for very bad heartburn…starting suffering from >tachycardia in may nad took me off of it….they never were sure whether or not >it was from the propulsid….haven’t taken it since last May but continue to >have weird hearbeats. >Could this be a result of taking propulsid for so many months? >tia.

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For more information on Propulsid go to www.heartburn-help.com and click on Drugs and then Propulsid. Heartburn and Gastro Esophageal Reflux web page: http://www.heartburn-help.com

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it is possible or pure coincidence: because I took Pantozol (proton blocker) 40mg Byk AG/SA (Switzerland) for 30 days in the evenings and got tachycardia up to 167 p/s while lying dawn on the bed they had to take me to the ER (Miami Heart Institute) the first time this happened as it scared the daylights out of me. These tachycardia attacks have recurred and my cardiologist did not know what to do with them, now I know what to tell him as a possible cause. I will also tell my Gastroenterologist about it. Don Klaus – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – > Is it possible for propulsid to have long-term side effects…I took propulsid > for 6-8 months at night for very bad heartburn…starting suffering from > tachycardia in may nad took me off of it….they never were sure whether or not > it was from the propulsid….haven’t taken it since last May but continue to > have weird hearbeats. > Could this be a result of taking propulsid for so many months? > tia.

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> Is it possible for propulsid to have long-term side effects…I took propulsid > for 6-8 months at night for very bad heartburn…starting suffering from > tachycardia in may nad took me off of it….they never were sure whether or not > it was from the propulsid….haven’t taken it since last May but continue to > have weird hearbeats. > Could this be a result of taking propulsid for so many months? > tia.

Tia, would like to help you. Yes propulsid could have long term side affects. We are trying to get the company to pay for and provide medical monitoring for people who have taken the drug. We are especially interested in a New Jersey resident. Please email me if you would like further information and help. Brad Before you buy.

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I FOUND HEARTBURN,REFLUX RELIEF NATURALLY

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Dear Friends, I have suffered for years with severe heartburn and reflux problems, I was taking medication but did not like the long term side effects. A friend of mine told me about a Natural whole food liquid vitamin that was helping alot of people, so I gave it a try. I can honestly say these products have changed my life. In the past three months on the products, I have only had to take medication one day. I now drink coffee and other foods that I have not been able to in a long time. If any of you would like more information on this product, please feel free to contact me any time. Sincerely, Mark

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Mark, I was glad to hear that someone had good results from a liquid vitamin. I am interested in finding out more about it. I’ve been taking Prilosec, Propulsid, etc. for a over a year and still no relief from the Reflux. I was also told about a green clay powder. Have heard about this? Please reply back with the name of the vitamin, company, etc. that was helpful. May you have continue prescription medicine free days. Lynn * Sent from RemarQ http://www.remarq.com The Internet’s Discussion Network * The fastest and easiest way to search and participate in Usenet – Free!

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I FOUND HEARTBURN,REFLUX RELIEF NATURALLY

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Dear Friends, I have suffered for years with severe heartburn and reflux problems, I was taking medication but did not like the long term side effects. A friend of mine told me about a Natural whole food liquid vitamin that was helping alot of people, so I gave it a try. I can honestly say these products have changed my life. In the past three months on the products, I have only had to take medication one day. I now drink coffee and other foods that I have not been able to in a long time. If any of you would like more information on this product, please feel free to contact me any time. Sincerely, Mark

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Mark, I was glad to hear that someone had good results from a liquid vitamin. I am interested in finding out more about it. I’ve been taking Prilosec, Propulsid, etc. for a over a year and still no relief from the Reflux. I was also told about a green clay powder. Have heard about this? Please reply back with the name of the vitamin, company, etc. that was helpful. May you have continue prescription medicine free days. Lynn * Sent from RemarQ http://www.remarq.com The Internet’s Discussion Network * The fastest and easiest way to search and participate in Usenet – Free!

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Propulsid and Motility

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Hi everybody, I want to report that Prevacid has been a Godsend for me. I have been suffering from acid reflux for 15 years taking OTC meds and antacids and having bouts of severe reflux when I forget. Now with Prevacid, no more acid reflux at all, just reflux. I can eat anything I want without fear of having heartburn. The down side of this is some old habits are coming back and am eating more of my beloved foods like chocolate, etc and gaining weight. Anyway went from 30 mg to 15 mg dosage and works great. I just had an upper GI done and they found that the stomach is not emptying like it should. So now they gave me Propulsid 20mg to help with motility. Why is there not enough motility? You would think they would do a lower GI to see if there was on obstacle or blockage. What can I expect with Propulsid? The doc said I have a small HH and if meds can’t get a handle on this reflux then surgery may be the best option. Why do I need to correct my reflux if there is no acid problems anymore? Is there something that can go wrong if reflux is left to go? Like I said before I still notice the reflux especially when laying on left side, but it is not painful or obtrusive in anyway. Oh, I had a H-pylori test today and it was negative. Fritz

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     Fritz, the one thing I worry about with Prevacid or Propulsid, is that these drugs havent had 30 yrs or so of testing to see what they will do to your system in the long run..      As for the causes of Motility problems and gastric emptying problems,, which are basically in the same boat, they are both movement problems. My doctor really doesnt seem to have any answers.      Here are some theories Ive heard for motility problems, but these are all the ideas of others.   1. Vitamin Deficiencies ( diet)   2. IBS-IBD-COLITIS (various other                                  diseases)   3. Nervous Gut (brain-bowel connection)   4.Allergies ( Wheat-milk-etc)   5.Genetics   6. Hiatus Hernia ( but most say it doesnt                             have much of an effect                             on anything)

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Reflux

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>Could anyone with experience in reflux and babies failing to thrive give >us any info they have?  How to get baby to eat more, he is already on >high calorie formula. >Thank you in advance.

Have you checked w/your ped on getting him on medication?  My son was on Zantac and Propulsid (Propulsid isn’t recommended anymore) then Tagamet, he has been med free for almost 2 months now. For support and information there is a mailing list, Refluxmoms.  You join it through onelist.com.  If you can’t figure  out how to join it let me know and I will try to help. There is also The Gerd Word home page at www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Villa/2193. Laur