User Reviews for Pantoprazole

Also known as: Protonix, Protonix IV

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8.8/10 Average Rating

39 Ratings with 27 User Reviews

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Reviews for Pantoprazole to treat GERD

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Review by Tstorm: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): After two years of SEVERE PAIN in my stomach and esophagus, I finally decided to go to the doctor and get help. I thought all the pain was coming from an ulcer and after two years of pain, I found out that I did not have an ulcer (yet). The doctor prescribed me Protonix. In less than two days, all the pain and acids in my stomach stopped! I finally don't have acid reflux.

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April 16, 2008 2:30 PM
Review by lisa45169: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): Tried everything, been on Protonix for 5 years. I can now eat anything as spicy and as hot as I like, and do not have acid reflux.

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October 27, 2008 3:25 PM
Review by Tester: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): I have a Lap Band. Before I had the band I had no problem with heartburn, then after I got a couple adjustments, I had acid reflux and heartburn so bad I was eating like 20 Tums a day. Zantac no longer works, or anything for that matter, so I went to my doctor and he gave me samples of Protonix. Within minutes my heartburn was gone. I have slept through the night without vomiting my own stomach acid. Highly recommend this drug. If you have a Lap band then you know how horrible it can be.

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July 2, 2008 4:08 PM
Review by MaryMac: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): I loved this drug--until my insurance company said it was the 'same' as another less expensive drug. I've been miserable ever since. The acid reflux is returning, I am bloated and bowels are always a surprise. My surgeon is thinking a second surgery might be needed - if only I could afford the Protonix it could be avoided.

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October 29, 2008 3:08 PM
Review by MacMommy:

Protonix (pantoprazole): I love protonix. Only wish it was more affordable. My insurance company will only cover the generic form--which is NOT the same. I found the name of the manufacturer but again the insurance company won't cover it. The three months I was on the generic all my symptons returned. Back on the protonix for two weeks and everything was gone!

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March 7, 2009 1:45 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
1.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): I had the worst side effects with Protonix. I took it for 15 days and experienced increased anxiety and heart palpitations. I also had dizziness, nausea and insomnia. Going off of it took 6 days to feel somewhat normal.

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April 15, 2009 10:09 AM
Review by GERALDSIR: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): I tried EVERY over the counter gastric acid reliever on the planet and nothing worked. Then I got my doctor to prescribe Protonix and never had any problems after that. I was very pleased.

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March 28, 2009 11:12 AM
Review by Anonymous:

Protonix (pantoprazole): Having suffered severe gastro-esophoseal reflux disease for many years, I have tried many remedies. Protonix gave me much needed relief. Later, we also added 10 mg of Reglan at bedtime, followed by 1 oz of Gavison an hour later for extra protection. It's been 2 years since I had a severe attack and the overall reflux/acid has disappeared.

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September 17, 2008 6:56 AM
Review by mr T.: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): I've tried everything nothing worked. I had both an ulcer and acid reflux. Protonix worked the day I got it. One of the pharmacies tried to use generic and I had all the symptoms all over again. Doctor found out about the generic brand, fixed the problem with the real Protonix. Problem solved. Protonics is the answer for me.

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November 17, 2009 9:09 PM
Review by Narg: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): I was recently diagnosed with GERD. Of course this was after a trip to the hospital thinking I was having heart problems. The Doc put me on Protonix and after about 1 week it's as if my life was back to normal. Unfortunately, my insurance doesn't cover it any more so I gave it a "9" instead of a "10" rating for this alone. With many generic others costing only $5 for 60 days. Anyway, I suggest that if you do try it, give it a few days to work.

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February 10, 2010 2:50 PM
Review by jimsjinx: User Rating:  
   
1.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): I took this drug at bedtime for GERD. Sick to my stomach all night long. Stopped taking it for one night and wasn't sick at all.

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May 9, 2009 5:45 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): I've had years of GERD without any food triggers and daily heartburn. Protonix was a dream! It is, however, very expensive. My insurance had it on its drug list and dropped it this year. A 30 day supply is $120! I've had to switch to Nexium.

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September 28, 2009 5:23 PM
Review by throatsonfire: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): Protonix totally eliminates my throat pain, hoarseness, reflux, etc. After 6 years my insurance decided not to cover it so for the last few months, I've been on several other medicines and they just don't work. My doctor is trying to convince them I need the Protonix. Wish me luck.

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August 9, 2010 4:26 PM
Review by looking for new drugs: User Rating:  
   
8.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): If you don't get ahead of an attack, this pill won't work. I have been on it for years now and have had little problem with it until it didn't work one weekend so I doubled up on it and ended up in the hospital a week later with seizure due to hypomagnesia (or however you say lack of magnesium). Make sure you are getting all your electrolytes when taking proton pump inhibitors.

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September 17, 2011 3:52 PM
Review by rickwassick: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): My gall bladder was acting up and the pain was terrible. I took a Protonix as soon as I got out of the doctors office (with a sandwich and doctor pepper) about 15 seconds later I was burping like CRAZY. Viola!! The pain subsided considerably in less than 3 minutes. AN hour later it was like I never even had the pain! I felt MUCH, MUCH better.

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February 2, 2010 12:40 AM
Review by sieeko32: User Rating:  
   
10

Protonix (pantoprazole): This medication worked for me, reducing the stomach acid significantly. It is worth a try for anyone suffering from GERD.

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February 1, 2011 5:40 PM
Review by shamrock2228: User Rating:  
   
6.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): Worked great for GERD. After a while of being on it, it doesn't seem to work that well. I am on 40 mg's/day and now have a stomach ulcer?

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December 13, 2009 9:42 AM
Review by Anonymous:

pantoprazole: I have just found out I am pregnant, though because of the heartburn, I could have told the doctor that when I was two weeks along. The midwife gave me this, and I have not had acid reflux, once. No more suffering.

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August 15, 2008 10:08 AM
Review by ninemospregnant: User Rating:  
   
10

pantoprazole: This is a miracle medicine. Towards the end of my pregnancy my acid reflux was truly just unbearable. This is the only thing that has helped me. I can sleep and eat again, and not randomly choke on acid through the day.

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July 17, 2010 9:48 AM
Review by alistair hill: User Rating:  
   
10

pantoprazole: The best thing that ever happened to me as far as medication is concerned. I have been on this for 7 years after a lifetime of Rennies and similar unhelpful "blanks". I have never had a problem since starting on pantoprazole.

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September 3, 2009 12:21 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

pantoprazole: I have used "Protonix" for years, and consider it quite the miracle pill at preventing my heartburn and reflux. My most recent refill was the generic and now I regularly wake up at night with heartburn.

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August 20, 2011 12:45 PM
Review by Audrey3091: User Rating:  
   
9.0

pantoprazole: Finally got relief from constant burning sensation in my esophagus after 3.5 months. It took 23 days before feeling totally fine. Tried Prilosec and Esophaguard from Life Extension prior to using this prescription. I also stopped drinking coffee and wine, stopped taking Actonel for bones because after 4 years, it contributed to the heartburn also. I had to change my calcium intake with Calcium Citrate instead of carbonate so that it could be absorbed.

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November 8, 2011 8:22 AM
Review by JudyF: User Rating:  
   
10

pantoprazole: I have found out how great this medicine does work for my condition, since I was out of it for about 8 days. Every time it comes to renew my prescription, I have a hassle with my insurance company wanting to approve payment for having to take 2 40MG tablets a day. Then, the pharmacy didn't have the amount prescribed after getting the insurance approval with the insistence of my doctor, but finally gave me a small amount yesterday until the full amount of my prescription can be met. While without the medicine, I experienced the nausea effects in the evening/night and some minor acid-reflux issues and burning in the chest. By the 5th day of being totally without any medicine for this, the acid-reflux/GERD issues returned full blown.

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February 18, 2011 2:30 PM
Review by Bad gut: User Rating:  
   
7.0

Protonix (pantoprazole): I only discovered I had GERD from an endoscopy. I've always had a horrible stomach, but recently had a constant sore throat. The Protonix worked wonders! But then I noticed I was constipated and had a huge appetite. I briefly switched medicines but went back to Protonix. It was when I started taking it again and had two abdominal exams that I realized my liver was enlarged. The doctors immediately dismissed it since I've had my gallbladder removed. They said it was scar tissue. My daughter has eosinophilic colitis so I'm really just focused on her gastrointestinal care, but at my next follow up I will address the issue. I did cut out milk/dairy from my diet and that seemed to help as much as the medicine!

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December 1, 2011 11:42 PM
Review by rgarber: User Rating:  
   
10

pantoprazole: Before taking pantoprazole I experienced burning in the center and left of my chest day and night. Now, I am symptom free regardless of diet. I have also lost 61 pounds since then, so my weight loss may have contributed as well, however even before weight loss I was symptom free.

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