I have been taking Advil 200mg occasionally for neck pain. Sometimes none for a day or two, then possible 2 pills or 4 pills a day, in two separate doses. This has continued for about four months. Recently developed acid reflux, without heartburn, just a funny taste in my mouth.
My doctor prescribed Pantoprazole 40, and the pharmacist says that the Advil could have caused the acid reflux, and advised that I should avoid Advil and switch to Tylenol, which does not have as effective an anti-inflammatory affect. They also advise avoiding alcohol, tea and coffee, although even if I make no changes, there will be no serious interaction with the Pantoprazole, just that the Pantoprazole may not work as effectively.
Has anyone developed acid reflux by taking Advil, in minor doses (2 or 4 pills a day).?
Question posted by irvrudy on 15 Aug 2013
Last updated on 28 October 2016 by Harvestgrand
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Hi, I am in the same situation. I have taken advil for years and it has destroyed my stomach. I no longer take advil for any reason. I am now on prescription meds for chronic heart burn but I have to keep changing the meds or upping the dosage. The question is, how can we reverse the effects the advil has caused?
The directions on a bottle of 200mg of Advil say that a person can only take up to 2 pills at a time ( six pills in a twenty-four hour time frame) But never more. Taking four is too much. I don't know what milligram you have but you should always follow the directions on the bottle. Advil has been known to cause stomach bleeding. I would see a doctor and follow the directions on the bottle.
You have received good advice.
Advil (ibuprofen) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Prolonged use of any NSAID can cause gastric upset. Whether the Advil caused your symptoms or not, based on your symptoms, all NSAID's are best avoided. Tylenol is your safest option.
For more information see:
https://www.drugs.com/gastro.html
https://www.drugs.com/health-guide/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease-gerd.html
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