I am currently on Nexium because of reflux laryngitis. I've been on it for 2 wks symptoms not better, voice still bad, gained weight, terrible gas, muscle aches, headaches. Get off this? GI doc talking possible surgery have had voice loss for 6 wks. now
Esomeprazole - should I stop taking this, I am no better?
Added 11 Mar 2011:
I have already failed Prilosec (omeprazole) Pepcid, Protonix ( had similar side effects to Nexium w/added freq. esophageal spasms) Prevecid, Tagamet, Zantac. I'm aching all over today w/sharp shooting pains in my neck and shoulders. Even my palms ache.
Added 11 Mar 2011:
Other than HRT and trazedone, I'm not taking any meds that could possibly interact w/Nexium. Since I'm an RN I know what to check for, and I'm having a lot of the side effects from the Nexium. Didn't take it last night and it doesn't seem to have affected my stomach at all.
Answers (2)
11 Mar 2011
You should certainly speak to your doctor about this, as there are several other drugs you can take which have the same effect, i.e omeprazole, lansoprazole. Are you taking any other medications that could be causing adverse reactions when taken with the esomeprazole?
11 Mar 2011
Have you ever thought about seeing a naturopathic doctor? I used to work for one and he would do this test that would follow how your body digests and from there could add certain enzymes and supplements to the diet and help people a lot. As RN's, we dont always think of this route but I was really amazed at the difference seeing a naturopath can make! It is expensive since most are not covered by insurance but I think it would be worth it if you have exhausted the western medical routes.
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