Suggest Remedy For Esophageal Spasms While On Carafate And Prilosec

Posted on Wed, 2 Dec 2015

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Question : My husband has been told he has esophageal spasms and put on Carafate and Prilosec. He is now on day two of taking this medication and has noticed his urine is very dark. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Harish Naik (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Inform the consulting doctor and further evaluation is required

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to HCM.
I have gone through your query.
If it has occurred post consumption of these agents it need to be evaluated.
When ever on prilosec, if there is a appearance of dark colored urine, it need to be informed to the consultant. Rarely the agent may produce dark colored urine, might be due to increased bilirubin, Your liver function test, need to done, to rule out any injury to liver.
This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.
Hope this helps.
Take care.

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