Prelief: Safe to take everyday?

[bunni29]

Hi friends:

I've been taking prelief now for about 2 months, and I'm wondering is it safe to take everyday?

I take about 4 a day?

I just want to make sure it's safe to take for extended periods of time.

What exactly are the ingredients in Prelief and how safe is it?

thanks much

[ICNDonna]

I also take it daily. All it does is neutralize the acid in food --- it should be safe.

Donna

[prbetty]

Dear bunni29:

Prelief is a dietary supplement (calcium glycerophosphate) that neutralizes the acid in acidic foods and beverages. Prelief works on the food; it is not a drug.

Each Prelief tablet supplies 6%(65mg) of the USRDA for calcium and 5%(50mg)of the USRDA for phosphorus. The tablets also contain 0.025% magnesium stearate which is used as a processing aid in the pill machine.

Adverse reactions: None known
Toxicity: None Known
There are no use limitations unless you have been advised by your doctor not to take calcium, phosphorus, or glycerin/glycerol.

We recommend taking 2 tablets with each meal, snack and beverage. Because tolerance to food varies greatly as does the acid content of food you may find that you need to use more tablets than the recommended amount. Use as often as needed; upper limit is in excess of 30 tablets per day.

I hope this is helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact me at 1-800-994-4711 or prbetty@akpharma.com if you have additional questions.

Betty Corson

[buana1]

I seem to get gassy after using Prelief. Does this happen to anyone else?

[Veronica]

Sometimes it helps me alot, sometimes it seems to make my bladder worse. I do use it whenever I think a food will be acidic though.

V.

[prbetty]

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Dear bunni29:
Prelief is a dietary supplement (calcium glycerophosphate) that neutralizes the acid in acidic foods and beverages. Prelief works on the food; it is not a drug.

Each Prelief tablet supplies 6%(65mg) of the USRDA for calcium and 5%(50mg)of the USRDA for phosphorus. The tablets also contain 0.025% magnesium stearate which is used as a processing aid in the pill machine.

Adverse reactions: None known
Toxicity: None Known
There are no use limitations unless you have been advised by your doctor not to take calcium, phosphorus, or glycerin/glycerol.

We recommend taking 2 tablets with each meal, snack and beverage. Because tolerance to food varies greatly as does the acid content of food you may find that you need to use more tablets than the recommended amount. Use as often as needed; upper limit is in excess of 30 tablets per day.

I hope this is helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact me at 1-800-994-4711 or prbetty@akpharma.com if you have additional questions.

Betty Corson


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[prbetty]

Dear buana1:

I cannot explain why you seem to be getting gas after using Prelief; I have not heard this previously. Occasionally someone complains of constipation and I do know that calcium can be constipating to some people.

Betty Corson
prbetty@akpharma.com
1-800-994-4711

[baker16]

I take Prelief before a cup of caffeine free coffee or caffeine free coke and before I eat anything. I may take 6 or so a day. The only side effect, I think, is loose bowels, almost like irritable bowell symptoms. When I have to go, I have to go!! Maybe this is just from the IC, but I still have a lot of faith in Prelief.

[Gabi]

I take it with all my meals as well. I get totally constipated from it, however, so I wish there was something to do to counteract this.

Gabi

[prbetty]

Dear baker16:

As I mentioned previously, calcium does have a constipatory effect on some people.

As far as loose bowels, I do not not what to tell you other than the fact that you are possibly taking in more of certain foods that you might not have before Prelief, so what you are eating is also suspect.

Hope this is helful....

Betty
prbetty@akpharma.com
1-800-994-4711

[Sassy]

Question, Have any of you just used the Prelief instead of Elmiron?
I have these terrible headaches from the Elmiron and I cut back on them and I was Ok for a while than boom! They were back! My whole scalp is so sensitive now! I can't even put anything in my hair, like when I want to wear it up or pull it back into a ponytail..Years ago I use to get want they call Cluster Headaches and I was in such misery..The mediciene I took for it was called spacetabs! I don't even know if they still have this medication yet on the market!
After several years they finally had gone away!
SADSASSY confused.gif

[prbetty]

Dear Sassy:

Elmiron and Prelief are different. While Elmiron may augment the bladder lining (a gradual process which may take 3 to 6 months), Prelief neutralizes acidic foods and helps keep you comfortable in the meantime.

Elmiron does have a toll-free number 1-888-ELMIRON (1-888-356-4766) if you are having any problems.

Betty Corson
prbetty@akpharma.com
1-800-994-4711

[Cyn]

I read that too much magnesium can cause diarrhea. Something to look into. Cyn

[prbetty]

Dear Cyn:

Just want you to know that Prelief tablets contain
less than 1 mg (0.025%,.09 mg)of magnesium stearate as a processing aid.

Betty Corson
prbetty@akpharma.com
1-800-994-4711

[CaliAnn]

FYI: The ingrediants in Preleif ( calcium glyceroophosphate, magnesium sterate ) are also key ingrediants that are used in other acid reducers - both over-the-counter and presciption strength. I have ulcers and take a prescription acid reducer daily - I was warned by my GI NOT to take the preleif often ( if I was going to do it anyway against his advice smile.gif ) as too much reduction of acid in stomache can cause other medical problems. My pharmacist said that if I was taking my prescription acid reducer ( Nexium) there was no need for me to be taking anything else. Best bet - always check with a doctor first before taking anything new.

[prbetty]

To CaliAnn and other Prelief users:

Please be assured that when Prelief is taken as specified, that is, keyed to the acid foods eaten, it does not reduce the acid in the stomach; it only deacidifies the food or beverage, and it does that only as much as the person wants. For example, if someone would drink a cup of coffee and use one Prelief tablet or packet, they would take out about 90% of the
acid in the coffee; 10% of the coffee's acid would still be there, and so would whatever of the stomach's acid that was there to begin with.

Nexium and the acid blockers have nothing to do with acid foods. In fact the Nexium site suggests that certain irritating foods be avoided. These include, among others, citrus, coffee and alcohol, the very foods that Prelief removes the irritation (acid) from. With the use of Prelief, those foods are no longer acid irritants to be
avoided.

Nexium is not an antacid; it shuts down the body's ability to produce acid in the stomach by a mechanism called 'proton pump inhibition'.
Prelief does not touch the body's acid production mechanism; it removes acid from foods. There is no reason why one would interfere with the other. Since an effective acid blocker - a proton pump inhibitor in the case of Nexium - is shutting the acid off from the stomach, what acid would there be in the stomach for Prelief to
interfere with, anyway?

Also, calcium glycerophosphate is not used in any other acid reducing product except Prelief. Prelief holds all the patents on the subject, both as a tablet to be taken and as a tablet or granulate to add to food.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me direct.

Betty Corson
prbetty@akpharma.com
1-800-994-4711

[sapp]

i have been suffering from constant constipation for three years. have had to take laxatives nightly. i am starting to wonder if it is the prelief. i don't feel like i am on enough pain meds to cause this much contstipation.
has anyone had this problem and what do you do?
i don't want to stop taking the prelief it has let me eat more foods,but this is starting to be a hassle. i did have a colonospcopy in nov. i had places on my colon called melon(something) that was from chronic constipation. with the ic it is hard to go on a high fiber diet.
would appreciate any suggestions,thanks

[debarybabs]

I take Nexium as well. And, I take Prelief when I think I may need it.
I'm wondering if it could be causing a bit of constipation.
I was ok until I started taking it. Has anyone else had this problem?

[Tuckersmom]

. . . with the ic it is hard to go on a high fiber diet.
would appreciate any suggestions,thanks


I eat high fiber cereals twice a day. I mix these 3 together in a bowl:

All Bran Buds (Kellogg's)
Honey Nut spoon size shredded wheat (Post)
Wheat and Bran spoon size shredded wheat (Post)

I put about 1/3 cup of each in my bowl, then sprinkle on 2 heaping teaspoons of Fiber Sure, before adding skim milk.

For an afternoon snack, I eat a Fiber One peanut butter and oat flavor bar.

I am also on a prescription that helps with constipation. It is called Enulose (Lactulose) syrup. I take 2 Tablespoons each day.

I know a few people who swear by Miralax, but I find it a bit pricey for every day use.

[debarybabs]

I would like to have these cereals. But, worry about the ingredients. Do you have any problems with flair ups when you eat any of this food?
Do you take Prelief before you have this breakfast, or even the peanut butter bar?

[nottoc4]

Cereal causes me problems,for now I can't eat it. If I understand the way Prelief works,it takes acid out of foods,but does nothing for additives in foods.
I also fight with constipation,but I blame Vesicare for that.

[Tuckersmom]

I would like to have these cereals. But, worry about the ingredients. Do you have any problems with flair ups when you eat any of this food?
Do you take Prelief before you have this breakfast, or even the peanut butter bar?

I have 2 large bottles of Prelief, but I quit using it after it caused constipation. Actually, it isn't the only thing causing constipation, as several meds I am on contribute to it also.

I don't have any problems with these particular cereals, and don't know what I would do if I couldn't eat them. Even with all of the cereal and Fiber Sure, I still have to use the RX my Uro gave me to help keep things moving along.

[debarybabs]

I have a bowl of oatmeal every morning. That helps, and it's safe. It has nothing in it to cause a problem.
I think someone mentioned Kashi and Cascadian Farms cereals as being safe (no additives).

[judy45]

If I even took 2 prelief I was constipated. It does contain calcium. I suggest you try taking a magnesium supplement (start with the low 250 dosage - 1 pill). I can now actually take 6-8 a day if need be (we were at my son lacrosse tourny in hershey PA - so I took 2 before any meal even if I knew it was safe - like eggs and like 4-6 before anything else)I find it works well for some things but not others

[Tuckersmom]

If I even took 2 prelief I was constipated. It does contain calcium. I suggest you try taking a magnesium supplement (start with the low 250 dosage - 1 pill). I can now actually take 6-8 a day if need be (we were at my son lacrosse tourny in hershey PA - so I took 2 before any meal even if I knew it was safe - like eggs and like 4-6 before anything else)I find it works well for some things but not others


Judy, are you saying that the magnesium supplements allow you to continue taking Prelief, or that you use magnesium instead of Prelief?

[nottoc4]

I checked into Kashi cereal and it is vey high in potassium and so are most other cereals that I checked out. Kellogs Corn Flakes was the lowest but I'm sure I'm reacting to Potassium so no cereal for me at this time.

[debarybabs]

I'm also sensitive to potassium. I stopped eating a banana a day because of it. Now, I eat half a pear in the morning.

[nottoc4]

I've been eating a lot of watermelon and honey dew because the are in season. i can eat canned pears with no problem too.

[debarybabs]

I thought canned pears have additives that can cause a problem. I'll take a look at the ingredients.
I'm just coming off a full flare, and I'm hesitant to try anything new at this time.
I had a CT scan last week with contrast. And, I think it was the contrast that caused the flare up. I hadn't eaten anything out of the way. So, my guess is it was the chemical they used.

[debarybabs]

I've decided to stick to what I know works for me. I have a small bowl of oatmeal every morning. I'll usually have half a pear along with it, and that is very satisfying to me.
The oatmeal helps with regularity, and the pear satisfies a desire for a bit of sweetness.
By the way, I am eating the light canned pears, and so far, I haven't had any problems with them.
Thanx for the tip Nottoc4 . .

[jerry westgarde]

I have a question for any one regarding ordering prelief on line. I have ordered a four month supply of prelief from the U.S. I live in Canada and I have been told the order has been held up at the border and the company does not know why. I ordered June 22nd and still have not received my order. I would appreciate any comments from anyone having similar problems. jerry

[debarybabs]

Did you place your order with the ICN Shop? Did they trace your order, and give you an explanation as to why they are holding up this shipment?
This is not a drug . . it's merely a digestive aid. Similar to Maalox . . .

[prbetty]

Dear Jerry:

There are a number of websites that sell Prelief and use different modes of transportation. Unless a package is shipped via UPS, there is probably no way of tracking it. I think that you can contact customs on your end. Larger shipments (such as the supply that you ordered) may be subject to additional customs costs for which you would be responsible That is one of the reasons we no longer ship internationally due to the cost of shipping and customs (over which we had no control).

Betty Corson
Customer Service
AkPharma Inc
1-800-994-4711

[jerry westgarde]

I have been ordering and getting good service at discount prices. I order 4 bottles of 300 tabs each and I use about 8 to 10 tabs a day with meals or snacks; which helps me along with taking my elmiron, hydroxine and amitriptyline daily. The tabs are shipped Deutsdhe Post Global Parcel Deliver. Generally my orders arrive within 10 days and this is the first order I have not received. The company has told me it was delayed at customs, and are doing what they can, and that they were going to try sending over a list of ingredients which may help the process. I will have to inquire about sending via USPS Global or changing my supplier. I have been hoping my order will be forthcoming so have held off on any changes.

jerry

[justice4j]

Jerry,
We are unfortunately not allowed to say our sources b/c that is considered advertising. My source I think will beat your prices. Pm me and I'll give you the site.

Janet

[jerry westgarde]

Janet, thankyou again for the information I have ordered from your source and I am very happy with the service and I hope I receive my order with out any customs problems. There is still no explanations from customs on my June order. If nothing else I hope my order is returned to my supplier so I can hopefully be riembersed for the product. Prelief works for me, with prelief I can enjoy a cup of weak coffee and a also few items on the no list. .

jerry

[Mothergoose]

Jerry

You probabably just ordered too much at once. If you get things sent in the mail, if it is a value is under of for sure $50.00 but probably it's $75.00 it will just pass through border, no fee no tax, if it is over this amount then they take a closer look at it and charge a $5.00 handleing fee, and taxes, then when they saw it was meds, they probably just put a stop to it. There are rules about mail meds across the border. I know these are harmless but they don't assume that.

[jerry westgarde]

Mothergoose. I do order quit a lot to save on freight. I started ordering 4 months worth, which worked find, a $100.00 order I received no problem. However my last order just under a $100 was held. I have since ordered from another source for just the one bottle of 300.
This order should arrive in about 5 to 10 days. Looking back for the last three years all my orders were one or two bottles and no problems, so I be following this profile henceforth.

jerry

[jerry westgarde]

Just updating my cross border orders for any one interested, this is U.S. to Canada. Today I received a small order one 300 tab bottle from Ca. an 8 ounce package. This small package had very little duty involved. I have had no luck with my June order of 4 bottles. I guess the trick is to order small and their will be less likely of trouble with customs.

jerry

[Mothergoose]

Thanks for updating I have been thinking of ordering some prelief too.