Hi, my partner had a surgery yesterday on his last 2 fingers of his right hand. he sliced them while trying to catch a broken mug. the thing is, after the surgery they prescribed him Co-amoxiclav 500/125mg and Co-codamol 8mg/500mg soon after leaving the hospital he began to have hiccups that are burning his chest and its been continous for the past 20 hours. he is vomitting but explains its not from the stomach, he feels the strain in his chest. im not sure if this is usual or what i should do, could you possibly help?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of acute gastritis and HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more in your partners case. Antibiotic like Co amoxiclav and Coumadin are known to cause gastritis and HERD. HERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms of hiccups, burning chest pain, vomiting etc. So give him combination of antacid (pantoprazole) and anti-Emetic (risperidone). Stop all these Chat Doctor.  Tell him to avoid hot and spicy food. Don't worry, he will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your partner. Thanks.