AcipHex.com—When to See Your Doctor for Acid Reflux Disease

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When to See Your Doctor

Taking an active role in managing your acid reflux disease is important. Make a commitment to your health by paying attention to your symptoms and keeping track of how often you use over-the-counter (OTC) medication.

Reasons to see your doctor

If you answer “yes” to at least 1 of these questions, you should talk to your doctor and get an evaluation:

			Do you get heartburn 2 or more days a week?
			Do you experience nighttime heartburn?
			Do you find OTC acid blockers or antacids provide only temporary relief from your symptoms?

			Is your heartburn more severe or occurring more frequently over time?

			Are you experiencing other symptoms besides heartburn, such as a bad taste in your throat and belching?

This is not a substitute for medical advice. Only your doctor can determine if you have acid reflux disease and prescribe appropriate treatment.

Use of OTC medications

It's important to know that OTC heartburn treatments should not be used for more than 14 days in a row at the maximum dose without a doctor's supervision. As with any medication, if you take antacids or acid blockers, be sure to read the product label.

Be sure to discuss with your doctor any OTC medications that you take.

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In adults (≥18 years of age), one ACIPHEX 20 mg tablet daily is used for the treatment of persistent, frequent (2 or more days a week) heartburn and other symptoms associated with acid reflux disease. ACIPHEX is also used for the short-term (4 to 8 weeks) treatment in the healing and symptom relief of damaging (erosive) acid reflux disease (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and to maintain healing of damage (erosion) and relief of heartburn symptoms that happen with acid reflux disease. ACIPHEX has not been studied for treatment lasting longer than 12 months (1 year).

In adolescents (≥12 years of age), one ACIPHEX 20 mg tablet daily is used for the treatment of persistent, frequent (2 or more days a week) heartburn and other symptoms associated with acid reflux disease.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
ACIPHEX has a well-established safety profile.

In adolescents, the most common side effects with ACIPHEX include headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

In adults, the most common side effects with ACIPHEX include pain, sore throat, gas, infection, and constipation.

Symptom relief does not rule out other serious stomach conditions.

Before taking ACIPHEX, tell your doctor if you are taking atazanavir, digoxin, iron salts, ketoconazole, or warfarin.

To learn more, talk to your doctor and see the Full Product Information.

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