Anyone taking meds like Nexium/Zantac for heartburn/reflux?

[GabbyGal]

Hi ladies,

Just wondering if anyone is taking any meds for reflux, like Nexium or Zantac?

I have a hiatus hernia which causes bad reflux anyway and I was taking Nexium on prescription until I found out I was pregnant a couple of weeks ago. Since then I’ve been trying to manage symptoms by eating small, taking antacids, etc. I’ve tried everything but nothing helps. I’m so uncomfortable and I’ve lost weight because I’m eating so little because the pain is so bad when I do. Today I can’t even manage water.

I really want to avoid taking any medicines but I also want to be able to eat healthily. I’m only 8 weeks pregnant so I dread to think how bad I’ll be over the next few months.

Would love to know if anyone has been in the same boat and what medication was prescribed or what doctor’s advice was. My doctor told me that Nexium is safe to take in pregnancy but I’ve read conflicting information online about which medication is safest.

Ive been on ranitidine since 16 weeks for heartburn with this pregnancy. It’s made a huge difference.

If your doctor has examined you and recommended a medication that is safe for use during pregnancy, take that at face value. Doctor Google won’t be able to help any more than your actual human GP who knows you and your medical history.

What my doctor actually said was yeah it is safe but really you shouldn’t take it! Which wasn’t that helpful!