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Is Gelusil Advisable For Chronic Gastric Trouble?

I seem to have an indigestion problem, my stomach keeps bloating though there's no pain or any other problem. I've been treated by a gastroenterologist after blood test, stool test, sonography and even an endoscopy have been done. However, the relief is short-lived. I find that every few days I need to take Gelusil which is the only thing that brings relief. Is it safe to take Gelusil so often? Should I have any other tests done, whom should I go to?
Mon, 15 Sep 2014
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Hello,
Yes it is safe to take Gelusil, you can continue to take it on an as required basis.
I would suggest you take a proton pump inhibitor with prokinetic for a period of at least 8 weeks. I would suggest you follow up with your gastroenterologist as sometimes dose adjustment of medications might be needed to attain optimal relief.
Have you lost weight/ have low hemoglobin/ reduced appetite. If no then you do not need any further tests at the moment
Hope this helps
Do get back in case you have further queries
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
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Is Gelusil Advisable For Chronic Gastric Trouble?

Hello, Yes it is safe to take Gelusil, you can continue to take it on an as required basis. I would suggest you take a proton pump inhibitor with prokinetic for a period of at least 8 weeks. I would suggest you follow up with your gastroenterologist as sometimes dose adjustment of medications might be needed to attain optimal relief. Have you lost weight/ have low hemoglobin/ reduced appetite. If no then you do not need any further tests at the moment Hope this helps Do get back in case you have further queries Regards Dr Samir Patil