How long does omeprazole take to work

[70sdiva]

My GP diagnosed GORD and commenced omeprazole 20mg daily 6 days ago. How long should it be before l feel better. The symptoms of GORD overlap with stomach cancer and because lm not feeling any different l am catastrophising unfortunately! Just interested to know other people's experience . Many thanks

[chrisw740]

It really depends on the extent of the irritation and or damage done to your oesophagus by your stomach acid. Whilst omeprazole works quickly to inhibit excess acid, resolving the tenderness and inflammation make take weeks. Definitely worth asking for a gastroenterologist referral if your symptoms persist but most people have a straightforward and happy result with PPIs, the right diet and a healthy BMI. As you've come through to The British Liver Trust page you may find the acid reflux forum more helpful. Though everyone is welcome here.

healthunlocked.com/opa-gord

Best

Chris

[70sdiva in reply to chrisw740]

Thank you Chris that's great, you've made me feel much better thank you for taking the time to reply. I have been referred for a scope. Thanks again Andrea

[Cb1963 in reply to 70sdiva]

They normally work within a couple of hours to subdue bouts of acid reflux, I was advised to take them daily 20mg, however because I have B12 problems I only take them when I get bad bouts attacks of acid reflux, they are meant to cause vitamin B12 deficiency when then are taken over a long period of time, and I've had numerous problems with my stomach over the years, I used to take them daily, but, I know longer take them on a regular basis, of course your doctor has prescribed them for your own reasons, so follow the advice, hopefully the scope will give you a better idea what's going on, best of luck, Chris

[JimmyJackson]

HiI suffered from Gord it became so much better after following gluton/lactose free diet Worth a try

[70sdiva in reply to JimmyJackson]

Oh really that's really interesting I'll give that a go. Thanks for taking the time to reply

[Snowysand]

I never had any relief from omeprazol. However I take lansprazol and they are very effective for me working working 2 days