Dexilant vs Protonix
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| Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. Dexilant helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). | Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. Protonix relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). | |||
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| Add Dexilant review Very effective, and my symptoms were severe. Many reviewers note diarrhea, but I've had none at all! BUT, I've experienced irritability and anxiety. I've never had this before. I feel like I could jump out of my skin, I can't sit still, & I have trouble focusing on anything. I feel the "restless leg" thing in my legs and arms too. It's driving me nuts. I'm stopping this med today. I have rather severe acid reflux. This medication seems to stop the symptoms. However, I have gained weight quickly. I went off it for six months, immediately lost weight, went on it again this week, and I have already gained weight again. Also, I am constantly gassy and bloated. I have to run to the bathroom. It's not worth it. I will continue to use Zantac 150 and see if I can supplement with so ... I have taken Dexilant 60 mg for over two years. I've never had any of the side effects that other reviewers have experienced. Of course, I had a neck injury with the result of chronic pain so I wouldn't notice any of the complaints of pain in the neck. Also, all the pain meds I take cause constipation, so no back yard trots for me. Overall, this medication has been a life saver for me. My acid ref ... Dexilant has worked well me. After being diagnosed with acid reflux, inflammation of the esophagus and possible Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous change of the esophagus, I was originally put on Protonix, another proton pump inhibior. After taking the Protonix, for over 2 yrs, I starting having diarrhea, daily, and was switched to Dexilant. I no longer have diarrhea, but occasionally have stomac ... | Add Protonix review has lowered belching and throat discomfort with bland diet included. protonix causes false-positive thc I have used protonix (or generic sub) daily for about 10 years. The medication works for me with little or no known side effects at the moment. I can certainly tell by about noon if I forgot to take the pill as reflux will return. I tried all the other major brands prior which gave me severe stomach cramping. Protonix has not done that at all. If others aren't working or you have cramping - I'd re ... I have not ued this medicine. I have been using nexium but itis too expensive for me. My drugist suggested this mediine | |||
