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GERD & Pregnancy
I have been having GERD for last couple of years.
Currently I'm pregnant in First Trimester. What is the best medication for me?
I am currently taking Ranitidine 150mg twice a day, is this safe?
Are there alternatives to Ranitidine if I cant find it in a pharmacy?
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Dr. B.Krishna Mohan
Laparoscopic Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Ranitidine is a good drug and safe in pregnancy ( category B) and the symptoms of GERD tend to increase with the progress of pregnancy. General measures in GERD : Avoid going to sleep soon after dinner give atleast 2-3 hours, keep your head slightly elevated , avoid tea , coffee and milk especially in the night
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