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I have a condition of getting indigestion if I consume spicy oily masala foods. I'm under medication.
Is it advisable for me to take gond katira in this situation?
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Stop eating spicy and oily. Nothing will work if you not stop this things.
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Yes you can take gond katira .
Syp gelusil you can take .
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Avoid oily and junk food .
Maintains proper diet . Don’t take alcohol, spicy things.
Walking/ exercising can be helpful .
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Take antacid before food .. like ppi or other .. and avoid oily food
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You can have it as it provides cooling sensation...but please consult a gastrologist nearby for indigestion problem.
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Hello, I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician.
I understand your concern â indigestion after consuming spicy and oily foods is common, especially when one is on medication. Gond Katira (also called tragacanth gum) is traditionally used for soothing the stomach and cooling the body, but its effects can vary depending on your current digestive condition and medications.
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Advices
⢠Avoid spicy, oily, and heavy masala foods, as they can trigger indigestion.
⢠Drink plenty of water and have small, frequent meals to reduce stomach irritation.
⢠Gond Katira can be taken in moderate amounts as a cooling drink, but ensure it is prepared with water and not with milk or added sugar that may worsen your digestion.
What to Monitor
⢠Notice any worsening of bloating, heartburn, or abdominal discomfort after taking Gond Katira.
⢠Mild warning signs include persistent nausea, vomiting, or increase in stomach pain.
Management
You may try a small quantity of Gond Katira in water to see if it helps soothe your stomach. Please avoid self-medicating beyond this, as your ongoing medication may interact with certain herbal preparations.
When to Consult a Doctor Immediately
⢠Severe or persistent abdominal pain
⢠Vomiting blood or black stools
⢠Sudden worsening of indigestion or bloating
Every patientâs situation is unique. For accurate guidance and safe use of Gond Katira with your current medications, it is important to discuss your medical history and symptoms in detail.
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What kind of medicine you are taking?
Kindly give proper history and consult me
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Indigestion can be due to stomach issues
Pls avoid spicy foods esp at night time
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Yes u can take it .
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Need a thorough history taking before giving advice. Kindly connect to consult.
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Yes you can take
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You can take it as it is good for gut health but it is not the treatment for indigestion. We need to treat the root cause of indigestion which in your case seems to be a GERD/ulcer/esophagitis. You can consult me on practo to get a detailed discussion on this.
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Since indigestion is present, better to avoid such foods. Sometimes it can cause adverse effects rather than benefits.
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If Gond Katira is your staple diet and you can't survive without it then you take it.
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You can have it but please get yourself tested for gastritis and gastric ulcers. Avoid these foods at any cost and have a simple diet including curds, idli etc. Connect with me for a better understanding of your condition
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You can take. Avoid spicy and oily foods.
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Gond Katira is generally safe in small amounts but won’t specifically treat indigestion. If you get indigestion from oily or spicy food, it’s best to avoid those triggers and continue your prescribed medication. You can take Gond Katira occasionally for its cooling effect, but don’t rely on it as a remedy. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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You can no problem.
Change life style n diet plan drastically first, festive ahead otherwise u suffer a lot.
U need to use probiotic like curd buttermilk.
Syr lupizyme syr10 two times after food for weeks.
Nexpro RD40 ONE IN EMPTY STOMACH FOR 5days
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on Whats App at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for detailed discussion
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Avoid spicy and oily food till you are taking your medications.
For symptomatic relief take Tab Omez-D 1tab early morning empty stomach, as needed.
Pls consult for better diagnosis and evaluation.
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Can i know which medication specifically
Also gond ka katira has a cooling effect and can be consumed without any problem or side effect
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Need more history and symtomatology to properly evaluate your problem
Connect online
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Dr. Amulya
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Take
Cap omez 20mg 1-0-0 before food
Keep hydrated
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Avoid spicy, oily, processed food
Maintain healthy diet
Drink water 30mins before and after food
Regular exercises and walking after food helps in digestion
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Sajid Ali
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Kanpur
Yeah u can have it.
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Dr. Debajyoti Mondal
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Asansol
Tell your sign and symptoms elaborately, and get a complete consultation
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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Belgaum
First get an investigation done for gastritis visit nearby gastroenterologist,get an endoscopy done rule out ulcers ,h pylori any other changes take regularly antacids,get treated ,can go for home remedies depends and differ on every individual
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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