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42 People found this comment helpful

This is my best drug. I used to have heartburn all the time eating Tums like candy. I would be sleeping and acid would come up into my esophagus and I would wake up in misery. With Nexium, none of that happens. I can take it every other day and still get by. I love It!

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10 People found this comment helpful

After 3 years of using. I develop Osteoporosis. Bcoz it stop producing acid then calcium production is impede. Acid is important in calcium production which important for strong bones. I stop taking it instead I drink a glass of water at bedtime and each time I get acid reflux/heartburn.

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Walt | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
12/28/2023
Condition: Increased Stomach Acid from Systemic Mastocytosis
Overall rating 5.0
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I have used Nexium for about 25 years due to severe acid reflux. I also take Calcium supplements because nexium does make it harder for the body to process natural calcium. Absolutely no issues. It controls my reflux. No side symptoms.

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John99999 | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/11/2023
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 5.0
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This an update: I used 20 mg of Nexium last night, I poured out 1/2 of the capsule and swallowed the tiny pills. I did this 3 hours before using the ED medication. It worked excellent, no acid stomach, no bloating, no vomiting. I am glad that I can now use the little blue pill and all the others that I have accumulated. This is much better that surgery which was my only other option.

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John99999 | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/11/2023
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 4.3
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I used Nexium about 6 years ago. It worked well but I was concerned about future side effects like brittle bones. So, I did some physiological research and found a cure for myself. I cured my acid reflux using carbonated water. It helps to strengthen the esophageal sphincter. I would drink 8 oz of CW and hold down the burp for 5 minutes, then burp. I gradually increased the time I could hold down the burp, up to 20 minutes. I would take a vitamin E capsule and break it open and swallow the liquid before each session to help improve the seal of the LES. Now 5 years later I just do this once every few months to maintain my LES strength. I am here because I am using an ED treatment that causes excess acid in the stomach. I am going to try Nexium to see if it will stop this side effect so I can use this medication.Read More Read Less

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Evelyn | 75 or over | Female | Patient
6/23/2023
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 3.0
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I’ve developed pancreatic cancer. The only medicine that I’ve ever taken is Nexium. I thought it worked. After 25 years, I’ve developed pancreatic cancer. I have no other reasons for this cancer. I’m not a smoker, obese, heavy drinker, or eat rich fatty foods or any of the other reasons. My genetic test said it was acquired and not inherited. I am not diabetic or have high cholesterol. I only have acid reflux. Don’t take Nexium.

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PHYLLIS | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/2/2023
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 3.0
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I started taking Nexium 3 days ago and i am very depressed, rapid heartbeat that i thought i was having a heart attach. Shallow breathing too! Joint pains. i am going to stick to my enzymes and hope that helps.

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/2/2023
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 2.0
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I got very very bad diarrhoea lost 3 days never take them again my brother had the same experience

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Preet | 13-18 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/13/2022
Condition: Increased Stomach Acid from Systemic Mastocytosis
Overall rating 1.0
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I had this medicine first time and I got severe allergic reaction and I'm in the hospital. Please don't take this medication because I didn't have any allergies from medication. I did have little bit seasonal allergies. Stay safe and consult to your doctor before having any on the counter medicines. I have three little kids and I put my life in risk.

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Robin | 19-24 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/30/2022
Condition: eosinophilic inflammation of the esophagus
Overall rating 5.0
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Wow it is the best .now I can sleep with out getting a burning in my throat and eating tums and a bad taste in my mouth

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Wannabepharmacist | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/11/2020
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 3.0
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Took fo approximately a week. Afterwards, after every dose, racing heart and diarrhea. Sort of like a gastric dumping sensation. The last time I took it, I had immense itching all over my body and vomiting. Apparently, this drug is not for me.

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paco | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/20/2019
Condition: Heartburn
Overall rating 5.0
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I had heartburn all the time. No more. I take 40mg everyother day. No side affects.

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Lolly | 65-74 | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
6/2/2019
Condition: Condition in which Stomach Acid is Pushed Into the Esophagus
Overall rating 1.7
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I�ve been on Nexium for decades for GERD. I�ve gained a lot of weight and suffer most of side effects others have listed. I have osteoporosis. I have developed terrible bruising on both my legs to the point where I keep them covered all the time, even when swimming. Doctors cannot find out the cause of this bruising. I�m constantly fatigued and doctors tell me I have fibromyalgia but I�m now wondering if it�s the Nexium causing this bruising and fatigue. Over the years I�ve taken myself off the Nexium but then have an episode where I think I�m having a heart attack. So I have to go back on it, I�m a 67 year old woman, people tell me I look like I�m in my early 50�s but I now feel that Nexium has contributed to more health problems instead of helping. I�ve had the dye test and no problems with my heart. Constant headaches as well. Going back to my family doctor this week to have a serious discussion about this. I have 80% Blue Cross coverage for Nexium here in Atlantic Canada but pay over $300 a month for this coverage. So I end up paying one way or the other. I still work full-time to help pay for this. Recently had to cut my hours back to 24 hours a week. Recent test show I have no more GERD so why do I need this medication? I�m on Nexium 40. Feeling very helpless.Read More Read Less

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Handyman78 | 35-44 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/18/2019
Condition: Inflammation of the Stomach Lining caused by H. Pylori
Overall rating 4.7
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I am epileptic I take phenytoin primidone and zonisamide and gerd my chest started hurting from inflammation of my stomach I been to ER to make sure it wasnâ??t my heart my heart is fine now taking nexium 40mg for about a week and Iâ??ve had anxiety Iâ??ve had headaches dizziness and blurred vision about an hour after taking nexium 40mg so I just now have called and told the doctor that prescribed it to me to see what I should do

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Sad in Denver | 65-74 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/15/2019
Condition: Condition in which Stomach Acid is Pushed Into the Esophagus
Overall rating 3.0
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I started taking Nexium for GERD 4 months ago. It controlled my GERD, but side effects for me have been hair loss, elevated blood pressure and sinus congestion. Stopped it for a week and developed rebound GERD that was awful and had to resume it. Now trying to taper off of it. Wish I had never, ever started it.

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Mandarin123 | 13-18 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/23/2019
Condition: Excessive Production of Stomach Acid
Overall rating 4.0
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I was on it for a month, just to try and reduce the amount of stomach acid. And about two weeks into it my intestines felt like they were going to fall out of my body, three weeks into it, my boobs grew and hurt so much. I dont know if that is common but that was what I had.

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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
11/19/2018
Condition: Condition in which Stomach Acid is Pushed Into the Esophagus
Overall rating 5.0
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It's pricey but absolutely worth it when severe acid reflux hit.

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daemery | 75 or over | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
3/29/2018
Condition: Condition in which Stomach Acid is Pushed Into the Esophagus
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been on Nexium for over 15 years, I started with 40 MG and when the paid increased last year, I started buy it over the counter and got the 20 Mg instead of the 40. I take one every morning, I have not ever had any side effects at all. It works great for me and I will continue to take it as long as I need to. I find it very effective.

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Anonymous | 65-74 | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/27/2016
Condition: Excessive Production of Stomach Acid
Overall rating 1.0
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Stay away from this drug. after years of taking I develop osteoporosis. acid is important for calcium production. so instead I take glass of water before bedtime. it works!

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russellmeans | 65-74 | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
8/21/2016
Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
Overall rating 4.0
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I had Duodenum caused by Helicobacter Pylor. It had bothered me from age 18. Had been on ulcer diet off and on for years. Maalox and other over counter antacids. Doc then switched to Zantac. Did a better job, but still would still occur always at a certain time of the year ? Then went on the antibiotic treatment and also went to Nexium 40 mg once a day. Been on it for 15 years now. Doc said maybe for life. It works well, not much problems, but I do wonder about the long term use, as it has not been around long. I have often wondered about the acid it blocks, as there are good acid's that we need for good health ? What do you think.Read More Read Less

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Touch128 | 65-74 | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
8/2/2016
Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been taking this sence it came out. I used to take Zantac till my doctor said I need something stronger. 40 MG once a day. It has worked well for me. I have always been a little concerned about the acid it blocks. Don't we sometimes need acid to digest food ? Now I hear all kinds of warnings. What the hell is up with that. Also what is a alternative ?

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No Nexium for me | 65-74 | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
7/8/2016
Condition: Condition in which Stomach Acid is Pushed Into the Esophagus
Overall rating 1.0
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After 3 years of using. I develop Osteoporosis. Bcoz it stop producing acid then calcium production is impede. Acid is important in calcium production which important for strong bones. I stop taking it instead I drink a glass of water at bedtime and each time I get acid reflux/heartburn.

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