Alternative to PPI??

[Leahnicole]

I'm not sure what to do? Need advice or suggestions: Diagnosed on Dec 22nd with h pylori after a month of undiagnosed symptoms? I went to see a specialist who put me on a PPI med (Prevacid 30mg) once daily for an additional 3 weeks following triple therapy that I was unable to finish because of side effects. I finished 50% of the antibiotics, so i seriously doubt the h pylori is gone! One of those side effect from antibiotics was oral thrush, so I'm on an antifungal now. In 3 weeks, ill go off the PPI for 2 weeks until I have my stool tested to see if I still have H Pylori. If positive i will definitely do antibiotics and PPI but hopeful that I got rid of it. I'm also doing a lot of natural foods in hopes of eradicating it (cranberry, coconut oil, tumeric, probiotics)

I really hate these PPIs. I know for short term use they have their place in protecting and healing, however I'd like to take something natural or a supplement that protects and heals like a PPI? Does such a thing exist? I would like to stop the PPI now, but I'm fearful if I don't replace it with something, i will cause damage or get an ulcer in my stomach? I don't even have GERD or reflux unless I eat trigger foods such as gluten or heavy processed carbs (which i avoid) Anyone have suggestions? Thanks

[michaeljonson]

I agree Leahnicole, natural treatment can be a good option but do consult your doctor before taking anything.

[Helico_expert]

little is known about the natural treatment in acid reducing. However, it is important to keep the acid low for the antibiotics to work more effectively.