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

What Causes Burning Pain In Esophagus When On Medication For Ulcer Treatment?

I am currently being treated for an ulcer caused by H Pylori. Taking Flagyl, Doxycycline, Prilosec and Pepto Bismol for 6 days so far. Last night I took my meds along with some ibuprofen and woke up with horrible burning in esophagus... felt like perhaps a capsule had lodged itself. Drank lots of water and took a couple of Tums. After about 45 minutes was able to go back to sleep. All day today, it is painful. If one of the medications did get stuck and did damage, what can I do to alleviate the discomfort?
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
Report Abuse
Gastroenterologist,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.Ratnakar and I am pleased to assist you.
The burning sensation you get could be due to gastroesophageal reflux disease.
There is a possibility of you having developed pill esophagitis. Pill esophagitis is common with Doxycycline. I advise you to get an upper GI endoscopy done to confirm it. Take carafate ( sucralfate) for relief of symptoms.
Always take medications with lot of water and be in upright posture for at least 30 minutes after swallowing.
I hope that answers your question.
Regards,
Dr.Ratnakar Kini
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
 

Recent questions on Ibuprofen


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Burning Pain In Esophagus When On Medication For Ulcer Treatment?

Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.Ratnakar and I am pleased to assist you. The burning sensation you get could be due to gastroesophageal reflux disease. There is a possibility of you having developed pill esophagitis. Pill esophagitis is common with Doxycycline. I advise you to get an upper GI endoscopy done to confirm it. Take carafate ( sucralfate) for relief of symptoms. Always take medications with lot of water and be in upright posture for at least 30 minutes after swallowing. I hope that answers your question. Regards, Dr.Ratnakar Kini