Probiotics making my stomach burn - Acid Reflux / GERD Message Board

lizzylu · 08-21-2007, 08:51 AM

I've been having reflux/esophegus irritation for months now. Was on Protonix which seemed to help somewhat. My perscription ran out and I decided to go the natual route. So I bought some probiotics w/ acidophilus from GNC. It says to take 2 with a glass of water before each meal. Well, I did and after I ate I started getting stomach cramps and burning for the rest of the evening. Obviously it was doing something, but is this ok. I'm afraid to take them today, but I wanna see if they help. Has anyone else had this experience wuth the burnng crampy stomach? Should i keep taking them? Help please.

neddyflanders · 08-22-2007, 07:19 AM

I've had stomach problems taking probiotics. Especially when I was eating that Activa yogurt. I did read that if this is happening it means it working but your taking to much. It says to cut down on the amount taken.

datgrlstef · 08-22-2007, 07:23 AM

Interesting... I've been on Protonix since the end of June. However in the last few week or so, I've been having more upper GI issues. I had started wondering if I have taken it too long, since my diet really hasn't changed? But I did up my dose of probiotics, since I have Lyme and wasn't sure with the antibiotics I take, if I was taking enough of them (I mostly just take chewables, though). I'll cut down and see if that helps.

CrazyLife414 · 08-22-2007, 10:40 AM

I have been told the same thing as Neddy...I had a similiar problem and the nutritionist said to take a lower dose. Also said that the pain is sign that they are working. Didn't make me too happy since stomach pain to me is really not a good thing considering I have dealt with it most of my life.
Take Care of you!!!
Crazy

lizzylu · 08-22-2007, 12:14 PM

I've been taking one pill instead of 2 with not much burning. I'll just work my way up to the suggested dosage. I'm actually feeling pretty good today. I'm acting like my old happy joking around personality. I pray that this is actually working.