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Taking Dulcolax And Glycolax. Suffer From Heart Burn/indigestion. What Can I Do?
I take Dulcolax 2-3 times a week along with Glycolax daily as prescribed by a physician years ago for chronic constipation. I now suffer occasional heart burn/indigestion and wondered if I can take Pepcid along with these other products? I am an 85 year old woman and have no other health issues other than mild hypertension. I am fit and exercise regularly.
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Fri, 14 Jun 2013
hi, am very glad that you are keeping your health well and exercising regularly in this age. but you are dependent on laxatives for daily routine, . for heartburn and indigestion you can take antacids, and enzyme preparation for digestion. have you been screened for hypertension/diabetes/IHD. you can undergo certain tests to rule out ischemic heart disease. though rare in your case, cant ruleout the atypical presentation of chest pain. see your physician. all the best.
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