Recommendation is to take PPIs 30 mins before meal

Timing of PPI Take pantoprazole once daily, preferably in the morning before breakfast Can be taken 30minutes before meals for optimal effect For twice daily dosing, take second dose before dinner, not at bedtime Probable Diagnosis Based on symptoms of acidity, this could be: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Non-erosive Reflux Disease Functional Dyspepsia Further Investigations Recommended Upper GI Endoscopy if symptoms persist despite medication 24-hour pH monitoring if needed Basic blood tests to rule out anemia Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications Foods to Avoid: Fatty and fried foods Spicy foods Citrus fruits Coffee and carbonated beverages Chocolate and mint Recommended Foods: High-fiber foods like oatmeal, whole grains Non-citrus fruits like bananas, apples Lean proteins like chicken and fish Green vegetables Lifestyle Changes: Eat smaller, frequent meals Don't lie down for 2-3 hours after meals Maintain healthy weight Avoid late night meals Follow up in 2 weeks to assess response to treatment. If symptoms persist despite these measures, further evaluation will be needed.