Son taking nexium

Heather jobe

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Joined : Jan 2014

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Posted 3/6/2014 6:29 PM (GMT 0)

My son recently got diagnosed with Barrett's he is 12 yrs old . The dr put him on nexium 2 a day. I know that nexium takes the calcium out of the body I asked his Gi dr about him taking calcium and he said no . This doesn't make any since to me since he is so active and young I would think he would need to take calcium does anyone have any advice for me regarding this.?

jamosca

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Posted 3/6/2014 9:52 PM (GMT 0)

I think the calcium worry is when your son has been taking them long term as he has only just started I don't think it is an issue in their eyes. Barrett's versus ppi, I think ppi win. However if you think it is an issue then feed your son more calcium based foods within moderation, everything excessive is bad.

http://www.iofbonehealth.org/calcium-rich-foods

If you click on the link you will find calcium rich foods which i am sure he will enjoy.

opnwhl4

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Posted 3/7/2014 5:38 AM (GMT 0)

Heather jobe

I agree it's long term use that causes calcium up take issues, but a multi vitamin that has calcium might be a good idea for a growing boy.

Take care,
Bill

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