- Could Aciphex be too Strong for me? 15th February 2006
... Not sure how long you've been on the Aciphex ...but I tried it as well and had horrible abdominal...
... work for me, but then the doc switched me over to aciphex and ive been feeling really good on that. so yea...
... I do get pretty much total relief from taking the aciphex , partly because the inflammation is probably gone...
... My Mother used to be on aciphex (until it stopped working effectively) and was on...
... Zantac over the counter seemed to help me more but the Aciphex says that it prevents the acid from being there in...
... Zantac over the counter seemed to help me more but the Aciphex says that it prevents the acid from being there in...
- Nausea???? 14th February 2006
... can't tell if it's from the food I've eaten or the Aciphex or the Zantac. Can the medications cause this?...
- Clarification of what to eat..... 12th February 2006
... I've been on Aciphex for 9 days now. Has still not made much of a difference...
... worked for others. Thanks!
Not abut diet but if the Aciphex is not working for you, perhaps a different dose or...
... I'm on aciphex twice a day and am starting to feel a bit better....
... Hi,
I've been on Aciphex for 3 days and I can't tell if it's working any better...
... Hi,
I've been on Aciphex for 3 days and I can't tell if it's working any better...
... naive about food and nutrition. I'm on day 15 of the Aciphex (twice a day) and am starting to feel better. I have...
- Nexium and problems breathing 11th February 2006
... Nexium, my symptoms promptly cleared up. I never tried Aciphex though - and a lot of people on this board take it...
- Do you take Pantoloc?? 11th February 2006
... I was just started on Aciphex , today is the 2nd day. I hope it works. What is a...
- hello... GERD dilemma 11th February 2006
... start a new thread, i'm new hello! i have been on aciphex for a week now, and the chest pains have gone away...
- New to stomach problems -tell me about Aciphex 10th February 2006
... I also get the nausea feeling. I started out with Aciphex which I don't like taking medicine so I was afraid...
- Protonix question 8th February 2006
... Prevacid,
Pantoprazole = Protonix, and Rabeprazole = Aciphex ):
Take twice daily for the first 2-3 days of therapy ... Prevacid, Pantoprazole = Protonix, and Rabeprazole = Aciphex ):
PPIs are pro drugs, which are activated in the...
- Diarrhea from PPI"S anyone else? 3rd February 2006
... prevacid for sure, i am waiting for my doc to call in aciphex , i will ask the pharmacist if i can take zantac along...
- Questions 2nd February 2006
... and acid reflux, and that i should keep taking the aciphex once a day and come back and see him in a year so...
- heartburn. 2nd February 2006
... pump inhibitors) like Nexium, Prevacid, Protonix, Aciphex are the common drugs for acid reflux. What is the...
... pump inhibitors) like Nexium, Prevacid, Protonix, Aciphex are the common drugs for acid reflux. What is the...
- LPR, Cough and Lump in throat 2nd February 2006
... twice a day. He sent me home with 2 week samples for aciphex , prilosec, and protonix. I am going to try each of...
- Trouble Swallowing all the time? 1st February 2006
... prevacid for sure, i am waiting for my doc to call in aciphex , i will ask the pharmacist if i can take zantac along...
- More Symtoms After Starting Meds?? 29th January 2006
... apparently told me (i dont remember exactly) to take aciphex once a day for 3-4 weeks and they would heal. now ... symptoms of the endoscopy or is it possible that the aciphex is causing this. Is it also a possibility that it...
... don't really get the heartburn. I am not sure if the aciphex can cause you to get these symptoms but if you had ... I am assuming you have some type of reflux. If the aciphex is not working for you let your doctor know and you ... could also call a pharmicist and ask them about the aciphex and your symptoms to ease your mind. There are other...
- Chronic GERD Relief - Finally! 23rd January 2006
... that when you take a proton pump inhibitor (such as aciphex , protonix, etc.) it may reduce your ability to digest ... abdominal pain as I did.
In addition to taking aciphex , elevating my bed with a wedge, and not eating the ... addition to these supliments, and my daily dose of aciphex , I began to meditate for 20 minutes a day.
I am...
... Do you have any plans to try and get off the aciphex now too? Im glad this working for you! If you have...
- Prokinetics - Sphincter strengthener drugs - interesting 23rd January 2006
... (Prevacid), pantoprazole (Protonix), rabeprazole ( Aciphex ), and esomeprazole (Nexium), which are all available...
- GERD/LPR & Quality of Life 21st January 2006
... afford it, you may want to try Prevacid, Protonix, or Aciphex .
In addition to taking PPIs, you will probably...
- GERD/heart palps 20th January 2006
... disease a number of years ago, and have been taking aciphex twice a day for about 6 years. For the past four ... my stomach doctor to maybe change meds. Maybe the aciphex just isn't doing it's job anymore. Will probably...
- GERD & Sinus Problems - PLS HELP!! 20th January 2006
... while I personally recommend Nexium, you can also try Aciphex , Protonix, and Prevacid.
Secondly, you need to...
- A question for JennyVee 14th January 2006
... still using the nexium twice a day or did you try the aciphex ? If you found one that worked for LPR?
Thanks...
... watching what I've been eating. I started out taking the aciphex but it did not help my throat and it still burned...
- Aciphex & LPR 14th January 2006
... I have had Gerd for many years, and aciphex has worked really well for me. I take one 20mg pill...
... So your insurance pays for aciphex but not nexium? that is insanity....
... you using the 2 a day? Do you know if you can take 2 aciphex a day?
Thanks,
Andra...
... question as I tried to get a twice a day prescription to aciphex and the Dr. said no because once a day was enough...
... an endo and they found inflammation and prescribed Aciphex . Again, everyone is different, but Aciphex gave me...
... didn't know what he was looking for.
I did take aciphex for an month and it seemed I was getting better? ...
... have the same problem they pay for the nexium and not aciphex , i thought aciphex was more expensive, if it isnt...
- Constant Chest Pain 8th January 2006
... sympotms. The first 2 drugs did not work. Now I use Aciphex .
If you have GERD, here is what you want to avoid...
- Sleeping on my left side. 5th January 2006
... really bad then my throat started burning. I have tried aciphex which did not help. Then Nexium once a day which took...
... beg. of November, which is when I started taking the aciphex , then Nexium in the morning with a previcid at night...
- PPI's not working anymore??? 2nd January 2006
... 3 different PPIs for over 1.5 years now. I was on aciphex - worked a while then stopped, switched to Nexium...
- Could Gerd cause this? 1st January 2006
... I've had Gerd for 5 years and have been on Aciphex , 20 mg/day. It has always helped regularly with any...
- ADVICE PLEASE-getting esophagus stretched again on thursday- can this worsen things 27th December 2005
... this I switched to protonix, which worked better than aciphex for me. This was in 2002. I ended up having Botox...
- Gerd, Lightheadedness, and Water 21st December 2005
...
I have been treated for GERD since 03/2005 with Aciphex 20mg. It worked great and I could eat anything but...
... ightheaded, especially after eating.
She is currently on Aciphex . Nexium made her even more lightheaded.
I would...
- Are These still Symptoms of Reflux - or Something Else? 20th December 2005
... the regirg of foodliquid bile up my throat. Put on Aciphex first...worked wonders, then stopped working, then...
- What next when 2x PPI doesn't work? 19th December 2005
... almost immediately, i was thining of switching to aciphex but I did not take the prescription to the pharmacy...
- What drug for LPR? 10th December 2005
... Zantac 150 mg would be good to take for LPR?
I was on aciphex and I think it was helping but dont have insurance ... for best effects and the doctor said you can't take aciphex twice a day. Anyway any doctor I have ever gone to...
... described my problem as "nerves." A PA put me on aciphex and I think it was helping? I just couldn't afford...
- what is the best antacid for GERD? 6th December 2005
... like the medicines these Dr.'s put us on - Nexium, Aciphex , Protonix, etc.
Lori...
- Teen with GERD feeling sorry for himself. 29th November 2005
... time, seeing how I would respond to each one. I tried aciphex , prevacid, and nexium. Aciphex seemed liked it work...
- horrible pain in throat, chest and back is not going away 28th November 2005
... also blocks acid but not in the same way as ppis. The aciphex and prilosec are the same kind as nexium and shouldn...
- Please help! How bad is my GERD? 15th November 2005
... I am developing Barrett's or cancer. I take 20 mg aciphex daily.
I never felt as bad as I do now that I am...
- Mastic gum 14th November 2005
... my h. pylori infection. I'm still taking my Pariet ( Aciphex ), but I fully intend to wean myself off PPIs before...
- Nexium vs. Other PPI's 12th November 2005
... happened to my Mother, who has had to switch many times. Aciphex actually seems to work the best for her.
I've been...
- What are symptoms of GERD? 5th November 2005
... bloating
6) Slight Constipation (may be from the aciphex )
7) Weakness, tired
8) Sensitive Lower Abdomin ... The first two meds I used did not work. Now I use Aciphex . I think each person is different.
Throat coat...
- Who can tell me about Aciphex? 30th October 2005
... great place to research medications.
I beleive Aciphex is a medication you would take instead of Nexium,...
... Nexium or other acid meds? please...thanks..dan
Aciphex is prescription only. It isn't any better or any ... other people may find no relief at all when using Aciphex . Aciphex shouldn't be used with Nexium, but can...
... True........my Mom takes Aciphex , and can also take Pepcid, before she goes to bed...
... Gerd for about 15 years now, and for me personally aciphex has worked the best, from what I have tried. I havent...
... high and i have no insurance so the doctor put me on Aciphex last friday and i haven't had any reflux since. Works...
- Does anyone know anything that can help tighten your lower esophageal sphincter (LES) 30th October 2005
... any of the PPI's and they'd probably work, such as Aciphex .
How about Pepcid AC before going to bed, in addition...
... Hi Lori,
Dan,
Can you tell me about Aciphex ? is it otc or presc? For enzymes what do you use?...
... Hi Lori,
Dan,
Can you tell me about Aciphex ? is it otc or presc? For enzymes what do you use?...
... 'Can you tell me about Aciphex ? is it otc or presc? For enzymes what do you use? ... exactly? sorry new so some of this stuff.'
Dan,
Aciphex is one of the medications used to treat GERD. Some...
- Will 1 cup of coffee make Aciphex ineffective? 24th October 2005
... Aciphex is a great medication, but NO medication will help...
- Endoscopy 18th October 2005
... in too late to see him. He left a prescription for Aciphex , 20mg to take daily. The nurse told my husband that ... doctor later on and spoke with his nurse about the Aciphex and asked if this was optional or could I just change ... She said no and then I told her that I had taken Aciphex for a couple of days in the past and I became dizzy ... thing is my insurance does not cover Zantac but does Aciphex . I might give the Achiphex another try. I've tried ... there anyone out there who has had problems taking Aciphex ?
Thanks again to all who wrote.
Lori...
... could take it so I guess it will help. Do you know if Aciphex 20mg is comparable to taking 300mg Zantac? I think ... I would rather start with Zantac before going to Aciphex . I found out today through the nurse at the endoscopy...
... had a problem with Nexium (I don't), and is now on Aciphex . Stick with it, it gets easier!
Lori...
... that everybody is different! My friend is taking the Aciphex now, and it's helping. She was taking Zantac and ... protonix, neither helped. She was told that the aciphex is especially good for the bacteria that causes ulcers...
- Anyone having (or hear of) mental side affects with GERD treatment? 18th July 2005
... I've been on aciphex 20 in the morning and nite for the last week and...
- Non-typical Symptoms Of Gerd - Help Pls.! 15th June 2005
... ineffective after those years, and she has been on Aciphex now for several months. It isn't cutting it. She...
... in stressful situation it happens. Just started on aciphex . Hopefully it will work. In addition to this I have...
- Every other day syndrome 11th June 2005
... itself ineffective after 3 years of use. Now, she's on Aciphex , and it really isn't doing all that much. Her dosage...
- any thoughts? 8th June 2005
... as prevacid to the T.
I just switched to 20mg of aciphex and boom 1st day no lump feeling at all. Its been...
- Prescrip med intolerence 8th June 2005
... I have taken Protomix, Prevacid, Aciphex , Nexium and Prilosec and all cause me great discomfort...
- GERD without heartburn 5th June 2005
... occasional heartburn. Mostly my stomach hurts alot. The Aciphex I currently take helps with that and the heartburn...
- Laryngeal pharyngeal reflux (LPR) questions 1st June 2005
... within the last month bilateral ear pain. I've tried Aciphex which didn't work and now am on Nexium 40 mg twice...
... within the last month bilateral ear pain. I've tried Aciphex which didn't work and now am on Nexium 40 mg twice...
- GERD and Breathing 30th May 2005
... deep breath in unless I Yawn. Causes great anxiety.
Aciphex has not helped me at all!...
- Food coming back up 30th May 2005
... I have been diagnosed with Gerd and take 20mgs of Aciphex everyday. It helps a little but I still have a lot...
- GERD and body pain!?! 27th May 2005
... the least side affects,nexium the most, now I am on aciphex and my muscles feel crampy but its either the GI problems...
- What to do now?? 27th May 2005
... including Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, Protonix, and Aciphex ....
- indigestion around heart 26th May 2005
... Buspar 3 times a day and xanax as needed as well as my aciphex for my GERD. I was on prevacid for 3 years.
good...
- Is this GERD? 26th May 2005
... taken several antibiotics and acid blockers ( nexium, aciphex , tequin, etc.) and nothing seems to work.
I have...
- Reflux medicines making me short of breath 26th May 2005
... heat when I was on them.
NOW, he switched me to Aciphex and I experienced the shortness of breath again after...
- Any Aciphex users here? 25th May 2005
... I used aciphex for I think four days and wound up having a lot of ... nausea with it - my Dr. was suprised, I think aciphex is supposed to be pretty well tolerated. I switched...
... I've used Aciphex for years - can't get by without it - and it works...
... for 15 years and have tried other type meds., but aciphex has been the best so far. Been taking it for about...
... I was just given Aciphex 20mg to try because I have already tried prevacid ... had any side affects to it?
I just started on Aciphex about a week ago and noticed a little nausea. I too...
... for 15 years and have tried other type meds., but aciphex has been the best so far. Been taking it for about...
... I am on my 5th day of aciphex . It seems to be ok just some dizziness about an hour...
... I am on my 5th day of aciphex . It seems to be ok just some dizziness about an hour ... Thanks to all who posted
I couldn't tolerate Aciphex after about the fifth day. It made me so nauseated...
... 3 weeks on aciphex and I feeel goooood !
1st time I could swallow...
... 3 weeks on aciphex and I feeel goooood !
1st time I could swallow...
- aciphex question 7th May 2005
... C'mon, NO ONE on here has ever taken aciphex ?????...
... I have taken aciphex and it works well for me. My dr advised me to take...
... I am also taking Aciphex , and I haven't had any problems with it. I also take...
... Suki- I started Aciphex about two weeks ago and i haven't had any side effects...
... I've been on aciphex since 7/26, 20mg twice per day. Haven't had side...
... Your email should inspire others. I have found Aciphex ok with no side effects and I take 20mg twice a day...
... what it is. I'm sooooooo much better after a month of Aciphex and
Gaviscon Liquid (not pills) and my symptoms...
- LPR sufferers: How do you know if new symptoms are PPI related or LPR? 3rd May 2005
... Hi again~When I went to get my Aciphex RX filled, insurance turned it down, so I was told...
- How long does it take for LPR symptoms to worsen? 30th April 2005
... did the scope through my nostril. I have been put on Aciphex twice daily. But to be honest, looking at these boards...
... doctors seemed to have more information. I am taking Aciphex 3 times per day, I want to be aggressive with this...
- Please list your side effects from the PPIs 26th April 2005
... Have you tried Aciphex , Protonix, Prevaced, or Nexium? Personally nexium ... made mine worse, protonix didn't phase it, aciphex did a real bad number and after nearly 8 months 24...
- nothing relieves my acid reflux 15th April 2005
... ppi's (such as prevacid, nexium, prilosec, protonix, aciphex ), and sometimes people even need to add zantac or...
- Unusual Throat Pain/Spasms... 6th April 2005
... or so. Are you taking anything? I have been taking Aciphex for about 10 days. It kind of helps with the lump...
... with really bad heartburn and my doctor put me on 1 aciphex a day I did that for about 5 weeks during that time...
- Anyone else heartburn after not taking meds? 1st April 2005
... rendered itself ineffective, and thus, has now given her AciPhex , which seems to be helping mildly, but she still has...
- Not Sure I Have GERD??? 31st March 2005
... well-represented on this board. They are:
Nexium
Aciphex
Prevacid
Prilosec (by prescription) - not the OTC ... taking it at night as a supplement to our Nexium, Aciphex , etc.
In addition, you can buy Prilosec OTC (over...
- Nexium sucks! 29th March 2005
... rendered itself recently ineffective. She is now on AciPhex and is doing a bit better.
Have your GI doctor...
... even touch the heartburn. I've also tried protonix, aciphex and they didn't help either. When I started Prilosec...
- Prilosec... increased dose=increased effectiveness??? 25th March 2005
... changed from Protonix (rendered itself ineffective) to AciPhex , and thus far, symptoms are not getting any better...
- Gastroenternologist Visit 10th March 2005
... Prevacid with limited results. This doctor prescribed Aciphex . He also scheduled an endoscopy for April 25, (I...
... After three days on Aciphex my GERD is worse. I will call my doctor on Monday...
... about 3" along with the wedge pillow. I couldn't take aciphex either, felt like someone punched me in the tummy...
... adjustable bed, but that is a little pricey.
I quit the Aciphex and went back to the Prevacid but both these meds...
- LPR Info: Went to Specialist 5th March 2005
... still insists that I have LPR and has put me on 40 mg aciphex 2x day. Before this I was always on meds, off meds...
- Palpitations or GERD?? 1st March 2005
... closes, hence the spasms from the acid reflux. I take Aciphex twice daily for it and it does a pretty good job....
... years ago, he suggested another one, but after I am on aciphex for a while - I just don't know how long to wait....
- GERD and breathing troubles 25th February 2005
... Which one are you taking? I've had nexium, protonix, aciphex , prevaced and prilosec. Nex made mine worse and so...
- GERD & Fast Heart Rate 21st February 2005
... prevacid today and it's not helping. The doc offered Aciphex and that didn't work at all, in fact, it made it worse...
... prevacid today and it's not helping. The doc offered Aciphex and that didn't work at all, in fact, it made it worse...
- mucous in throat can't swallow it away! and thirsty all the time. 17th February 2005
... either re-try the Nexium or ask for another PPI like Aciphex , Protonix, Prevacid. PPI's are really the treatment...
... fungal cleansing after another doctor put me on 2 aciphex a day!! When I had a live blood test done, it showed...
... found some relief (SO FAR!) My allergist has put me on Aciphex - one in the am and on in the pm. I was on it a week ... parasite and candida cleanse, yet still stay on the Aciphex . After 3 days of the cleansing I am feeling So Much ... Nasonex this week. To see if it's the cleansing or the Aciphex kicking in, I'm going to just go on one pill a day...
... nexium once a day and that did not help. I then tried Aciphex oncea day for about 6 months. Some days seemed good...
- Acid Reflux causing shortness of breath 1st February 2005
... checked out and everyting was normal. He put me on Aciphex . I took that for 2 weeks, it did nothing. I went back...
- Anyone with LPR? Please help 27th January 2005
... long time and Protonix is actually not as strong as aciphex , prilosec, nexium and the like that is why my Dr switched...
... what is working. (he told me to continue with the aciphex 2x a day). He said he would start me off with reducing...
- Nexium 26th January 2005
... may be just fine for you. I have nexium, protonic, aciphex previced bottles in my med cabinet, mix and match...
