The Hidden Forest

Trying to settle a debate with my former roommate

I don't think I've used that little cup since I was 8. After a night of drinking... soda... I usually end up chugging that bottle of Pepto like the kid in "Problem Child".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IguAgCLShOY
Nuff said.

The stuff tastes vile and, umm, its Pink

PINK

PINK PINK PINK OMG

i know this topic is old. If you guys have stomach issues, get away from the stuff that only helps temporary. Omeprazole(generic for prylosec) lasts a long time. Read directions!

As a person who suffered from chronic gastritis (swelling of the stomach lining), and a hiatal hernia (look it up), I have sworn off all "temporary" relievers of stomach related pain/discomfort. Reason being is that they only provide relief, but don't fix anything.

If you've got constant acid reflux pain, I highly recommend seeing a doctor. They'll of course give you a list of things to avoid (like binge drinking) but can also provide you a with a solution that is actually really simple, cheap and straightforward.

Of course, I had corrective surgery a year and a half ago to fix my situation, but a simple prescription of a proton pump inhibitor (like omeprazole) would have helped relieve most of my symptoms. In my case, I'd have to take a pill every day for the rest of my life, which is why I chose the surgery option, but for some, a 3-month dosage can fix you for a very long time.