Dexilant Dr

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I currently take Dexilant DR 60mg for acid reflux and I have 4 ulcers in my small Intestine. I dont seem to be getting any relief from the Ulcers. Does anyone have any suggestions? Im deperate. I was on Nexium 80mg's before I started the Dexilant. It too worked for a while than stopped. ## How long did you take them? It can take 12 to 16 weeks for these medications to help such conditions heal. When you are taking them, you should continue to take them for the full time your doctor has prescribed, even if you are still experiencing some symptoms. On the other hand, if you have actually tried them for the correct time period and they have not helped, you might need to try a different medication. They have put me on one of these and it didn't help me, at all, and in addition, due ...

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runny nose sneezing stuffy nose common cold symptoms ## I'm sorry, I'm not sure I understand your post. Are you thinking the Dexilant is causing those side effects? Learn more Dexilant DR details here. Those aren't normal side effects that proton pump inhibitors cause. However, if you've been taking one for awhile, you can develop food and drug allergies much easier and that may cause those symptoms. How long have you been taking it?

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have taken 60 mg dexilant for two years.for acid reflucx then started having a lot of pain in my hips..finally looked at side effect.and guess what,bone density and hip problems #1 on the list.quit taking this stuff and the ole stomach is back making as much or more acid as ever...help ## Have you consulted your doctor? The proton pump inhibitors, such as the Dexlansoprazole in this, are known to cause some problematic side effects, in some people that take them. However, if you are still having an acidity problem, you might need to try a different type of antacid, such as Pepcid, which contains the active ingredient Famotidine: But, you should check with your doctor, before trying a new medication.

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how long do i have to take this drug. will i always be sick and have a stomach ache? it stoped the diareeha but not the stomach ache. now im constipated and norco helps stomach ache but makes the constipation worse ## Hello, Sharon! Sorry that you're not feeling well. How long have you been taking it and what are you taking it to treat? Dexilant contains the active ingredient Dexlansoprazole, which is a proton pump inhibitor that's used to help reduce the amount of acid produce by the stomach. Learn more Dexilant details here. If you had some condition, such as an ulcer, gastritis or other medical issue related to excess acidity, it does take time to heal. Usually these medications are prescribed for anywhere from 4 to 16 weeks, depending on the severity of the condition. And no...

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Have successfully used dexilant. for gerd. (60 mg) Due to cost, doctor said I could try Nexium. Concerned about dosage equivalent. Are three 20 mg. of Nexium same as 60 mg. Dexilant? ## Hello, Teri! How are you doing? Actually, there is a Dexilant Advantage program to help people with the cost, it helps you save money and only pay up to $20 per prescription. You can find the information on it at their website Dexilant.com click here. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am looking for an over the counter alternative for Dexilant 60mg cap. Is there one available? ## Hello, Quadcities1! How are you? It isn't available over the counter, but there are others that are, such as Lansoprazole, which is also known by the name brand Prevacid. However, please check with your doctor, before switching to make sure that it is safe for you to do so. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Drink a shot glass of Apple Cider vinegar, every morning. You may also drink it if you feel acid reflux is coming on due to the food you are eating. Stop eating fried foods. Try the 3 B' Bake, Boil and Broiled to heal your stomach. ## DO not drink a 'shot' of apple vinegar without diluting or you risk damage to your esophagus!!!!!!!! ## If I take Dexilant once p...

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I have fibromyalgia...4 yrs. now...After 2 days of dexilant DR. 60 mg. I had pain all over my body... Took 1/2 vicodin and it abated..Question...is it the dexilant?...or more of the fibromyalgia? ## Have you consulted your doctor? Dexilant contains the active ingredient Dexlansoprazole, it is a proton pump inhibitor used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach. And no, it shouldn't cause that type of pain, but there's really no way to know how any medication is going to affect anyone that takes it, therefore you should consult your doctor to get to the root of the problem.

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I was given a weeks sample and then a prescription for 60mg. The Dr. made a mistake on the prescription and put down 2xdaily which i fortunately caught before leaving the store. My concern is, a few days into the sample i developed a worsened dry cough, then caught what i thought was the flu, symptoms being respiratory, fever, severe aches in either joint or muscle. Now I am wondering if these are simply some side effects, i have read online it may well be. I am looking to find an alternative with less flu like side effects, any suggestions? thanx ## How are you feeling, now? Dexilant contains the active ingredient Dexslanzoprazole, it is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach, to help treat conditions, such as GERD, ulcers, and ga...

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Is it better in the morning, afternoon of nithg before bed. ## Hi Sal, The dosing instructions for this medication state the following: "Dexilant (Dexlansoprazole) comes as a delayed-release (long-acting) capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day. Dexlansoprazole may be taken with or without food, but it may provide more relief from after-meal symptoms if it is taken before a meal. Take dexlansoprazole at around the same time every day." It does not indicate a specific time of day to take the medication, so that decision is going to be up to you at your own convenience. If it's something that effects you the point of not being able to function at a normal level, then it may be best to take it at night or in the evening hours when you may be in the comfort of y...

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I can't remember if I took my Dexilant this morning (it's 50/50 likelihood, but I have really bad heartburn. Can i go ahead and take a pill now. I don't want to overdose or anything. I would love to take one now adn then be more diligent about taking it starting tomorrow morning. ## Hello, Nina! How are you? You could end up making yourself ill for the day, due to not producing enough stomach acid to properly digest foods. I would suggest checking with your doctor or pharmacist regarding this matter What is the dosage that you take?

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After roughly 6 years of taking Dexilant 60mg my insurance will no longer cover it. Are there any OTC medications I can use to take its place? Keep in mind Dexilant is the only one that's worked thus far. ## I take lansoprazole 30mg each day. works great. it is covered by my drug company insurance. ## Regarding Dexilent, try Canada Drugs. Most drugs are much lower in price. Despite what Big Pharma says (they use scare tactics) it is safe. Check out the Canada Drugs website, or call them. They will explain the tightly controlled supply chain, and where they obtain their supply. Example: My husband saves $500.00 on Epi Pen. ## What other medications have you tried? There are several available over the counter, or as generics, that are much cheaper, but given your vague post, it is har...

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l cannot afford the price of 60mg dexilant - have samples dated 2011 . stored in dark dry place. my condition is severe esophogeal erosion with barretts syndrome. taking omneprozal but worry about kidney problems, are they safe to take? ## Hello, Elaine! How are you? Actually, both of these medications are in the same drug class and carry the same risk of causing kidney damage, or failure, according to the FDA. Typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence and stomach pain. Thus, it is likely best to stick with the one that isn't expired, unless your doctor directs otherwise. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is Omeprazole stronger than Dexilant 30mg? If I switch from Omeprazole 40mg to Dexilant 30mg will I have rebound acid? Is anyone PPI better for Ulcer healing than the other? ## Hello, Tdog! How are you? No, they all work the same, it's really just a matter of which one works for you. These dosages are actually equivalent. And no again, since they work the same way to treat the same conditions, you shouldn't have any rebound acidity. The FDA lists the typical side effects of PPIs as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I Notice Dexilant is for esophagus inflammation and Prilosec does not have that action listed. The reason I ask I have a very annoying dry cough caused by my GERD. I was wondering if...

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If I drink wine with Dexilant, what are the adverse effects ## Hello, Sadie! How are you? It may worsen the side effects, so you may experience more nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and stomach pain than normal. Additionally, alcohol may irritate or worsen whatever condition you're taking Dexilant to treat. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Medicare just quit covering my Dexilant prescription and I am having acid reflux horrible again. My dr is trying to get them to approve it because nothing else I've tried ever helped noticably. What other GERD med is most similar to Dexilant? It has to be a generic form, or medicare won't cover it. ## Hello, Cherie! How are you? The reason they don't want to cover it is because it's not available as a generic, but there are several others that are, plus some are available over the counter. Two would be Lansoprazole and Omeprazole, so you may want to ask your doctor about trying them. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have been denied dexilant too, and cannot get help with payment.Medicare doesn't pay for it, and neither would Florida Blue before I got Medi...

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I have been on Aciphex which was a miracle drug for me for 10 years. One pill daily controlled my GERD completely and I was able to eat normally and enjoy my life. For some reason I don't understand, I had a horrible breakthrough of GERD last Saturday night which felt like someone poured battery acid down my throat. It woke me at 2 AM and I was scared because I never had that type of reflux before. I had an endoscopy two years ago that was pretty normal. Since this happened on a weekend, I just started taking my Aciphex twice a day, once in am and once in pm and it seemed to help somewhat...not perfect, but better than it was. I finally got through to my GI doc on Tuesday and he switched me to Dexilant, 60mg once a day and 300mg generic Zantac at night. This is my fourth day and thi...

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The medication is a blue delayed release capsule. It has markings on it that appear to be an AP intertwined. It has the number 60 a little beneath the AP. ## I have barrette eshogus, and also acid reflux, have been on nexium since it hit the market. Two months ago Dr . Switched me to 60 mg dexilant , worked great for reflux, then I could not stop diarhea lasted 11 days! Called dr. Said it was side effect , put me back to nexium 40 mg twice daily! Anyone have any other rx's that really work! ## my eleven year old daughter has been on dexilant for a year now.medicaid stopped covering it so they put her on nexium and amitiza .really nervous with what i am reading with side effects .amitiza keeps stating for women 18 years and over nexium states diarrea and sleepiness .should i insist o...

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The first time I received a prescription for dexilant, it was a very tiny all blue capsule. When I renewed the prescription it was a blue and grey capsule that is slightly larger but both were 30 mg. Why are they different? ## Because they way a medication looks actually means nothing, it is entirely up to the manufacturer. Since it is also illegal to copy the trademarked product from another company, they each have to make them look different. Imprints also have to be different from on company to the other, to identify the drug, dose and manufacturer, in case of emergency. The new ones that you received have just been made by a different company. Sometimes, even the look of name brand pills change, when the company decides to redesign them Do you have any other questions? ## Dexilant i...

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is it ok to take Dexilant 60mg once daily and Omeprazole 40mg twice daily my dr put me on this i now have cough, runny nose, insomnia ## Dexilant contains Dexlansoprazole, which is really in the same class as the Omeprazole, but they can be used together if your doctor deems it necessary and is monitoring you. They both reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach, to treat or prevent conditions such as ulcers, heartburn, GERD and Gastritis. The only problem that some people run into is that they sometimes find out that they aren't producing enough stomach acid and it may take longer to digest foods, or they may experience nausea and vomiting, so make sure you watch for that and contact your doctor, if it occurs. Are there any other questions? ## Which medication is better to t...

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I have very vivid and busy dreams almost like movies, every night. If I get up in the night, I will have a double-header. I don't watch much TV, but the dreams will be bits and pieces of what has happened or what I have seen recently and mixed all together. ## I started taking Dexilant (was called Kapidex). Not until then did I have such vivid dreams. So weird..like whole movies. LOL And, I, too, will have 2-3 dreams like that per night. I am thinking about getting a tablet for my nightstand and jotting a book down! ;D ## I, too, am having the CRAZIEST dreams while taking Dexilant 60 mg 1x a day in the morning. I've been taking it a while, it works great! Last 2 months, I've had dreams that defy explanation! ## I started taking Kapidex and started having very vivid dreams an...

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