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Re:flux PPI Weaning Protocol

PPIs can suppress acid so deeply that stopping cold-turkey often triggers rebound hyperacidity, a temporary overproduction of acid that causes burning and panic — and leads many people right back on PPIs.

Re:flux offers a bridge.

Its polyphenol-powered support helps restore motility, strengthen the esophageal barrier, and modulate acid naturally — without shutting it off entirely.

“Breaking up with acid blockers — the smart, supported way.”

Step 1: Prep & Stabilize
(1–2 weeks)

Goal: Introduce Re:flux before reducing the PPI to allow the body to begin adjusting with natural support.

  • Continue your full PPI dose
  • Add Re:flux: 2 capsules before lunch and 2 before dinner (or breakfast/dinner if preferred)
  • Start dietary/lifestyle support:
    Avoid trigger foods (alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, spicy, fatty meals)
    Finish meals 3 hours before lying down
    Elevate the head of your bed if nighttime reflux is common

Step 2: Begin the Wean
(Weeks 3–5)

Goal: Start stepping down your PPI dose, replacing suppression with support.

  • If taking 1 PPI/day:
    Take your full PPI dose every other day for 1–2 weeks
    Then reduce to ½ dose daily for 1–2 weeks
  • If taking 2 PPIs/day (e.g. morning & night):
    Drop the evening dose for 1 week
    Then cut the morning dose in half for 1 week
    Then shift to every-other-day dosing for 1–2 weeks
  • Continue Re:flux: Stay at 2 capsules twice daily

Step 3: Stop the PPI
(Weeks 6–8)

Goal: Fully discontinue the PPI while supporting with Re:flux and symptom awareness

  • Stop PPI completely
  • Continue Re:flux: 2 caps twice daily (breakfast and dinner ideal)
  • If symptoms flare:
    - Use breakthrough Re:flux dosing: 2 extra capsules as needed
    - Chewable DGL or alginate products may help if needed short-term
    - Stay upright, hydrate, and eat smaller meals

Step 4: Maintain & Monitor
(Weeks 9+)

Goal: Stay off PPIs, heal, and strengthen your system long-term

  • Maintain Re:flux at 2 caps twice daily for 3+ months
  • Consider tapering to 2 caps daily once stable for several weeks
  • Continue lifestyle changes (stress management, posture, mindful eating)
  • Track symptoms in a journal to catch and correct early flare-ups

“Breaking up with acid blockers — the smart, supported way.”

Step 1: Prep & Stabilize
(1–2 weeks)

Goal: Introduce Re:flux before reducing the PPI to allow the body to begin adjusting with natural support.

  • Continue your full PPI dose
  • Add Re:flux: 2 capsules before lunch and 2 before dinner (or breakfast/dinner if preferred)
  • Start dietary/lifestyle support:
    Avoid trigger foods (alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, spicy, fatty meals)
    Finish meals 3 hours before lying down
    Elevate the head of your bed if nighttime reflux is common

Step 2: Begin the Wean
(Weeks 3–5)

Goal: Start stepping down your PPI dose, replacing suppression with support.

  • If taking 1 PPI/day:
    Take your full PPI dose every other day for 1–2 weeks
    Then reduce to ½ dose daily for 1–2 weeks
  • If taking 2 PPIs/day (e.g. morning & night):
    Drop the evening dose for 1 week
    Then cut the morning dose in half for 1 week
    Then shift to every-other-day dosing for 1–2 weeks
  • Continue Re:flux: Stay at 2 capsules twice daily

Step 3: Stop the PPI
(Weeks 6–8)

Goal: Fully discontinue the PPI while supporting with Re:flux and symptom awareness

  • Stop PPI completely
  • Continue Re:flux: 2 caps twice daily (breakfast and dinner ideal)
  • If symptoms flare:
    - Use breakthrough Re:flux dosing: 2 extra capsules as needed
    - Chewable DGL or alginate products may help if needed short-term
    - Stay upright, hydrate, and eat smaller meals

Step 4: Maintain & Monitor
(Weeks 9+)

Goal: Stay off PPIs, heal, and strengthen your system long-term

  • Maintain Re:flux at 2 caps twice daily for 3+ months
  • Consider tapering to 2 caps daily once stable for several weeks
  • Continue lifestyle changes (stress management, posture, mindful eating)
  • Track symptoms in a journal to catch and correct early flare-ups

Notes:

  • Some people may need to stay at a certain step longer — that’s okay.
  • Rebound symptoms don’t mean you “need” PPIs again — they often pass in 3–10 days.
  • Always work with your healthcare provider if you have Barrett’s Esophagus or another serious condition.