HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is It Safe To Take Omeprazole For Gerd?

I took Famotidine and my alt was slightly elevated so I switch to omeprazole as my gerd problem persist per my doctors advice,however my alt went up higher to 59..Im only taking multivitamins ,calcium and vit b12 and also glucosamine. What could be the possible culprit? thanks
Thu, 8 Jan 2015
Report Abuse
Gastroenterologist 's  Response
Hi
thank you using HCM
with regards to omeprazole , it is the best choice for GERD.
your liver pannel may be not related with omeprazole use.
I need to know more of your medical data like BMI, alcohol use and heaptits tests.
wishing you all the best
Dr.Klerida
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Glucosamine


Loading Online Doctors....
Is It Safe To Take Omeprazole For Gerd?

Hi thank you using HCM with regards to omeprazole , it is the best choice for GERD. your liver pannel may be not related with omeprazole use. I need to know more of your medical data like BMI, alcohol use and heaptits tests. wishing you all the best Dr.Klerida