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What Causes Constipation And Diarrhea While On Pepcid?
I went to the ER 12/23 for Nausea thought I was having a heart attack. Later found out all my vital were normal. However, I was Diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux. I later went to a cardiologist to make sure it was not my heart. And a GI Doctor for the stomach. Both doctors happen to notice my neck area and asked if I had my thyroid checked out (they said it look like a goiter). I told them that the according to the blood work ( my thyroid ) was normal. Both Doctors suggested that I get an Ultra sound. To Make a long story short. I was told to take Pepcid or Nexuium I ended up taking the Pepcid and now on my 7th day. I went from 142 lbs to 139 lbs in the last 5 days. At first I was constipated for a day or two and a few days later a little diarrhea. But it seems as though I'm coughing every 10 minutes. What
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What Causes Constipation And Diarrhea While On Pepcid?
Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to a side effect of Pepcid drug. I suggest you review your medicine and consult your doctor about this side effect. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi