From: Rep
Date: 24 Mar 2005
Time: 21:56:53
Remote Name: 69.76.79.138
Lee...Please go back and read some of the posts from others in your situation. It will take several days to a week for the meds to kick in...I assume you are takling about a PPI. Meds don't do everything. You will need to eliminate tobacco, alcohol, caffine, fried and spicy food from your diet. Eat several small meals rather than large. Sleep with the head of your bed elevated 4-6 inches or get a bed wedge, and no eating within 3 hours of bedtime. If the panic attacks get too bad, ask your doctor for a low dose anti anxiety medication. Anxiety adds to your GERD symptoms.