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What Causes Heart Burn At Night?
Question: I am having heartburn at night or during sleep which sometimes prevents me from sleeping. What can I do to cure this? This has been going on for 5 consecutive nights
Brief Answer:
Due to acid reflux.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for writing to us.
Your symptoms heart burn mostly due to gastro esophageal reflux or acid reflux.
It can increase when you lie down
I would start Proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole 20mg, 30 minutes before break fast and dinner for 2 -3 weeks. If you will feel better with this medication after 3 days then continue for 3 weeks.
I would suggest you visit a Gastroenterologist if you don't feel better to rule our peptic ulcer by doing endoscopy.
Along with I would like to give you some suggestions.
Avoid heavy meal before sleep and eat food 2 hours before bed.
While sleeping elevate head end by using pillows.It will decrease heart burn during nights.
Avoid spicy,oily,junk food.
Eat healthy vegetables and fruits.Do not skip meals.
Restrict hot beverages like tea and coffee.
Avoid smoking if you smoke.
Avoid alcohol if you consume.
Avoid stress and get enough sleep.
Drink plenty of food.
Hope I have answered your query.
If you have any queries I will be happy to help you.
Thank you.
Due to acid reflux.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for writing to us.
Your symptoms heart burn mostly due to gastro esophageal reflux or acid reflux.
It can increase when you lie down
I would start Proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole 20mg, 30 minutes before break fast and dinner for 2 -3 weeks. If you will feel better with this medication after 3 days then continue for 3 weeks.
I would suggest you visit a Gastroenterologist if you don't feel better to rule our peptic ulcer by doing endoscopy.
Along with I would like to give you some suggestions.
Avoid heavy meal before sleep and eat food 2 hours before bed.
While sleeping elevate head end by using pillows.It will decrease heart burn during nights.
Avoid spicy,oily,junk food.
Eat healthy vegetables and fruits.Do not skip meals.
Restrict hot beverages like tea and coffee.
Avoid smoking if you smoke.
Avoid alcohol if you consume.
Avoid stress and get enough sleep.
Drink plenty of food.
Hope I have answered your query.
If you have any queries I will be happy to help you.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Will Zantac suffice for treatment? US?
Brief Answer:
Medication along with food habits
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for follow up query.
Zantac(Ranitidine 150 mg) or Prilosec(Omeprazole) both will decrease the backward flow of acid into food pipe. You can take any of these medication. I would add prokinetic agents such as levosulpiride or domperidone if symptoms don't resolve. I am sure you will feel better with the combination.
Along with it I would also suggest you Probiotcs like vibact and yogurt which helpful for digestion.
And you have to take care of diet habits along with medication.
Hope I have answered your query.
If you have any queries I will be happy to help you.
Thank you.
Medication along with food habits
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for follow up query.
Zantac(Ranitidine 150 mg) or Prilosec(Omeprazole) both will decrease the backward flow of acid into food pipe. You can take any of these medication. I would add prokinetic agents such as levosulpiride or domperidone if symptoms don't resolve. I am sure you will feel better with the combination.
Along with it I would also suggest you Probiotcs like vibact and yogurt which helpful for digestion.
And you have to take care of diet habits along with medication.
Hope I have answered your query.
If you have any queries I will be happy to help you.
Thank you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
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