I have been taking it for stomach pain for one week, and it hasn't helped much. I have intermittant attacks of upper abdominal pain. I can go for months with nothing and the have an attack that lasts for weeks. I've had a cat scan and colonoscopy and endoscopy and was found to have an inflamation about a year ago. DOes this med. work for stomach pain that is not due to gerd or acid reflux.
How long does it take for Dexilant to work?
Question posted by cwhite922 on 14 June 2010
Last updated on 24 January 2021 by Momsmar
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Momsmar
25 Jan 2021
I have the exact same issue. I was curious if you found out what your issue was. I have been on Dexilant for a week now and still having sharp pain that can last for weeks, then goes away with no change in
my diet. Also, have had endoscopy and colonoscopy.
suzanne66
19 June 2010
Dexilant (Dexlansoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach.
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain conditions in which there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat erosive esophagitis or "heartburn" caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.
If Dexilant was to work for you you should have noticed its effects by now.
You should see your doctor again.
All the best.
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