Question:
I had my EGD and now my Dr.

has put me on OMEPRAZOLE because he found 3 ulcers and my surgery is scheduled for July 29th. He wouldn't explain what could happen if they are not gone cause he said I was to "out of it" and I wouldn't remember. Has anyone had this happen so close to a surgery date and what did your dr. do? Oh he also told me to cut out all spicy,caffeinated, and acidic foods. Which I have. PS I am having the RNY.    — bridgadean (posted on July 5, 2008)

July 5, 2008
Omeprazole (Prilosec which you can by over the counter) is in a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPI) that block the production of acid by the stomach. Other drugs in the class include lansoprazole (Prevacid), rabeprazole (Aciphex), pantoprazole (Protonix), and esomeprazole (Nexium). Proton pump inhibitors are used for the treatment of conditions such as ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, which are all caused by stomach acid. Omeprazole, like other proton-pump inhibitors, blocks the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this allows the stomach and esophagus to heal. Zegerid contains omeprazole and an antacid (sodium bicarbonate). With RNY he will be moving you stomach off line so to speak, where it just feeds acid to the last third of your small intestine, but they want the stomach to be in good condition. There is nothing to worry about, just eat right and keep on track for your surgery date. Best of Success to you.
   — William (Bill) wmil

July 6, 2008
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   — jenks621