<p>As your symptoms are not being helped by the zantac, would suggest you up that to a proton pump inhibitor, which would include pantoprazole or esomeprazole. These meds work better than Zantac and the like, which are hydrochloric acid blockers. Check this out with your Dr. first however, and don’t take these for more than a few months, as they can block mineral absorption. </p>
<p>Another thing to try, though your Dr. may say it is bunk, is try eliminating wheat products. Some people have heartburn and other sorts of GI relief from avoiding wheat. </p>