Post-COVID chest pain radiating to the back is not uncommon and is often due to inflammation of the chest wall muscles or rib cartilage (costochondritis). It could also be related to acid reflux, which you are treating with omeprazole (Omez). To completely rule out other causes, your doctor may recommend further evaluation, such as a cardiac echocardiogram (echo), a chest CT scan, or blood tests like D-dimer and troponin. Please stay calm, continue your rest, and consult your physician to tailor your recovery plan.

Since your pain improves when you eat, it often points toward a duodenal ulcer, where food temporarily buffers stomach acid. Because your symptoms persist despite taking Omez, Mucaine, and Pentadoc, the underlying cause might need a different approach. A common culprit is an H. pylori bacterial infection, which requires a specific course of antibiotics alongside your acid reducers, or you may need a dosage adjustment. Please consult your doctor to discuss this, as they may recommend a simple test for the infection. Eating smaller, frequent meals can also help.

When you suddenly stop medications like Omez-D (omeprazole/domperidone) or Pan-D (pantoprazole/domperidone), your stomach can experience 'acid rebound,' causing a temporary surge in acid production. Since even a light diet is causing vomiting, your stomach lining may be irritated, or food may be clearing too slowly. I highly recommend consulting a gastroenterologist. They can safely taper your medication, check for underlying issues, and find a long-term solution to help you heal comfortably.

You should not continue using Omez Capsule (omeprazole) for ten years without a medical review, as long-term use may cause side effects and increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures due to magnesium loss. Please consult your doctor to assess your symptoms, check for complications, and decide whether to adjust the dose or switch to another treatment.

It is very common to experience worsening heartburn when trying to stop Omez (omeprazole); this is called rebound acid secretion. Your stomach has grown used to the medication and temporarily overproduces acid when you stop. To safely quit, I recommend tapering your dose slowly over a few weeks rather than stopping abruptly. For example, you can take it every other day, then every third day. During this transition, you can manage breakthrough symptoms with over-the-counter antacids or generic famotidine. Adjusting your diet and avoiding lying down after meals will also help. Please consult your doctor to create a personalized tapering plan.

Yes, taking Omez (omeprazole) 20mg twice daily for 10 days is a standard and safe short-term course to help manage acid reflux. For the best results, try to take it 30 to 60 minutes before your meals. There are no known harmful interactions between omeprazole and Triphala, so it is generally safe to continue taking Triphala at night. To be safe, just keep a gap of a few hours between them. If your symptoms do not improve after the 10-day course, please consult your doctor for further guidance.