Esomeprazole User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

Brand names: Nexium, Nexium 24HR, Nexium IV

Esomeprazole has an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from a total of 260 reviews on Drugs.com. 50% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 36% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Esomeprazole

GERDGAL
May 20, 2011

Nexium (esomeprazole) for NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer "It helps so much. Before this, my life was miserable with the morning nausea then vomiting tons of acid straight from the stomach. It is not a way to live. We need to be grateful we have resources such as Nexium and other options to help and to treat these conditions. I know for sure in my case!"

10 / 10

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Anonymous
June 18, 2009

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "Nexium seemed to be the answer for the first 3 years, but lately it has fallen short, and all the pain has returned with vengeance. There always were the side effects of headaches, gas, and elevated blood pressure."

4 / 10

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Lizzard...
Taken for 10 years or more
June 25, 2019

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I have been on nexium many years first 40mg and for a long time 20 mg . It controls the reflux but in spite of working on my diet if I go off of it for a few days I get very bad diarrhea and then might start to throw up stomach acid . Even tapering off might not work. I was originally diagnosed with a hiatial hernia. "

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Toby
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
April 6, 2019

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Barrett's Esophagus "Diagnosed w/ Barrett's 10 months ago and on 20 mg Nexium once daily per MD. Barrett's less than 1 cm. Have changed to plant based diet. Some constipation issues but can be tolerated. Also have osteopenia and just finished Fosamax. Next endoscopy in August. Hopefully Nexium dosage is sufficient. Consuming protein, potassium, vit D & K, calcium plus exercise for my bones so I hope this helps."

7 / 10

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Mister...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
October 15, 2020

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "I was given Nexium 40mg two years ago after a diagnosis of a mild esophagitis. Since then I've been taking it on and off when symptoms return (mainly at the turn of the season). Sure it does help with the acid, but at what price!! I'm just 27 and have always been a sporty guy, but since taking the drug I have developed a chronic back pain, shoulder pain and various tendinitis that are taking ages to heal. I don't know if the PPI has caused all these issues or if it the gastritis, but after doing some research I believe there is a connection with the drug. In addition I'm getting constantly sick (flue, sore throat, cold) like my immune system has gone crazy..."

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Anonymous
September 7, 2009

Nexium (esomeprazole) for NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer "This medicine works very well for me. I highly recommend it, as it dramatically reduces the amount of acid in my stomach after a gastric ulcer bleed, which after being repaired, I do NOT want to experience that pain again."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
September 2, 2009

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I thought it was working until I developed severe stomach cramps that wouldn't go away. Got scoped and discovered I had fairly severe damage to the esophagus which had reduced the efficiency of swallowing down to 10%. Don't assume the medication is working unless you get checked. They switched me to omeprazole. "

1 / 10

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Anonymous
November 30, 2009

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "Took this a year ago for about 3 months, and seemed to work for the most part. Just had a little bit of stomach 'pain' due to the PPI's being blocked. Went off after that duration and had few issues. Later, I was on it for two weeks and it gave me strange side effects like lower abdominal aches in the back, a 'butterfly in the stomach' sensation that would not go away to the point where I would get 'attacks'. In the future, I'll only use this medicine for a week or so in case I really need it."

5 / 10

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Shocked
Taken for less than 1 month
March 12, 2021

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "WORST MEDICINE EVER!! I took this for gastritis for 6 days as prescribed by my medical specialist and only felt worse. I had a very mild discomfort in my upper abdomen before and after taking it, I felt as if my entire abdomen was tight and knotted and in pain. But the WORST part of it was that it made me feel DEPRESSED and had really dark suicidal thoughts and that feeling I can never forget. It scared me to the core. And then I realised it was this medicine that made me so mentally upset as well as physically in pain. I would not recommend this to anyone. Please use something else but not this."

1 / 10

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Dan
August 26, 2020

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis "It is wonderful for your stomach. I was on it for 23 years, after two I started to have what the doctor called panic attacks. Blah blah blah, tests and psychiatrist later, nexium removes the magnesium out of your bones. Magnesium controls release of muscles, heartbeat, swallowing, I had become severely hypo (low) magnesium and no one ever caught it on a test until the last seizure. The guy in the ambulance who had seen me before said there’s something really wrong. When we got to the hospital I heard them argue with the nurse about magnesium not being in a panel, make sure you check his magnesium, the phlebotomist said, it is in a panel. It was not, 23 years of hypo magnesium and a two dollar lab test, I googled it, side effects, severe hypo magnesium. What a nightmare !!!"

1 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for 2 to 5 years
December 8, 2012

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "I have been on this medicine for about three years with good effect. My problem has cleared up. However, for the last week I have woken at about 1.30 am with severe heartburn so obviously the medication no longer is working. "

9 / 10

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Dusty
Taken for less than 1 month
March 22, 2018

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I took Nexium for three days (20 mg) and stopped due to explosive coughing which started day two. It intensified my asthma and caused diarrhea. I’m now five days out from stopping this drug, and I can’t get rid of these side effects. For me, this was a horrible drug."

1 / 10

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Anonymous
May 15, 2010

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I have taken NEXIUM for about 10 yrs. It works so good! Though the last 6 months I have used tums also. But the insurance says it isn't for acid reflux and won't let me have any more. Having a lot of trouble finding something that works! I want my Nexium back, it hurts so bad all of the time, even just a glass of water makes me hurt."

10 / 10

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Bomber
July 27, 2021

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I’ve been on over the counter nexium 20 mg for 6 daily doses as I hadn’t been able to pick up my omeprazole prescription. My god I thought I was dying! Massive panic attack yesterday nausea dizziness and early morning insomnia followed by crazy thoughts diarrhoea and eye twitches . I still have waves of nausea had no idea what it was until I visited these shared experiences I’m off it now and this review site has settled my nerves ! This stuff is utterly toxic ! Steer clear !Thank you all"

1 / 10

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Anonymous
May 29, 2008

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I have very severe acid refulx with esophagal ulcers. I have tried tons of other medications and this is the only one that has given me relief without needing to supplement with antiacids! I do experience headaches as a side effect but they are mild and worth the relief."

10 / 10

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Roonie
March 30, 2021

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "Doctor told me to take nexium for heartburn. Within a day made me feel bloated, head ache, tired, stomach cramps, serious constipation for 3 weeks and low mood, I took this for 3 weeks on and off. Had no idea it was nexium that was making me feel awful, thought it was my body which made me worry a lot. It worked well for heartburn but the side effects were awful. Would never take it again."

1 / 10

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Nina...
January 4, 2018

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Helicobacter Pylori Infection " It is good medication as it helped me, it was 14 days of treatment but its side effects if they were strong for me, I suffered from anxiety, agitation and tachycardia, but when the treatment was finished the symptoms disappeared gradually."

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Anonymous
January 25, 2010

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I originally took this for three months a year ago. It worked great during the time with minimal side effects. Went off of it with no problem and had no heartburn for quite a long time. When I had an acid reflux episode last fall, I took it for about a week, where all these weird side effects happened. Developed lower right back pain, joints kept cracking when moving, and the occasional stomach pain in the lower left abdomen. Am disappointed since it was the only thing that really helped my reflux."

6 / 10

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White...
June 25, 2016

Nexium (esomeprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "I am 41 years old and my blood pressure has risen. I'm told that I am spilling protein. I'm put on 10 mg. of zestril per day. I take the same amount even today. Zestril has a kidney protector in the drug. 2007 I'm taken to a hospital where they have a heat team waiting, but I'm told it's my stomach! I'm put on Prilosec, in 2010 I'm put on nexium. In the spring of 2016 I'm told that can not take nexium anymore because it can cause kidney issues! This summer I'm told that I have cyst all over my kidneys."

10 / 10

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PSano
March 24, 2018

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I started Proton Pump Inhibitors after cancer treatment in 1998. I started with a mild medicine and progressed as things got worse to Nexium twice a day. I haven't had the side affects others seem to have had so I guess I am lucky in that way. It has helped the acid reflux for sure. But one side effect I haven't seen here is ED. For Men taking this medication, if you begin to experience ED consult your doc and see if there is something else that could be used"

5 / 10

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Dee
Taken for less than 1 month
February 17, 2022

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "Was put on this medication for GERD, took it for 5 days. I do already battle anxiety and depression and since taking these meds my anxiety and depression has gone through the roof!!! Felt suicidal and am now booked into a Psych hospital. None of my doctors took me serious when I told them that that was the effects it had on me. Stopped taking it for 3 days and anxiety decreased. Was forced to take it again yesterday and I ended up not being able to sleep and woke up with anxiety again. I wish doctors would do more research on these meds and not just simply follow the leaflet on side effects."

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mygerd
December 17, 2011

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "Over the years I have taken it "as needed". I try to control the acid reflux by watching what I eat. Mayo, Chocolate, mints, tomato sauces really set it off. Sometimes I forget. I try to take it as infrequently as possible because I have heard it may be responsible for decreasing bone density (I"m 69) and there may be other side effects. I was averaging one every 4-5 days. If I'm very careful can go longer, but sometimes I want to splurge. Today I refilled a prescription and noticed it was for "DR" delayed release. Anxious to see if there is any difference."

10 / 10

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Riley
Taken for 1 to 6 months
June 16, 2024

For Gastritis/Duodenitis "I had suspected gastritis after a stomach bug, with burning under my rib cage. The gastritis itself was causing me to feel shaky, and I had one episode of pounding heart and probably something of a panic attack. This happened right after diarrhea and me taking Pepto-Bismol. So, the doctor put me on esomeprazole 40 mg, and it quickly addressed the acid burning, and I do think it's helped me heal. However, I'm currently tapering off this after six weeks of use because I've been getting the anxious, lightheaded, dizzy nausea feelings described by others and they're getting to me. I've not yet had the rebound acid, hopefully, I won't. I just take a couple of Tums here and there. I'm just hoping and praying the dizzy, pre-fainting feelings go away soon. God bless all of you, take care of your guts!"

5 / 10

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Mads4it
Taken for 5 to 10 years
August 8, 2023

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "I have GERD intermittently, as a side effect of another illness. I only get symptoms when I lie down in bed or get ready. I only take it when I feel the symptoms escalating at bedtime, and if I take it on time, the symptoms subside rapidly and I can comfortably go to bed within a few minutes. I feel bad that the experience might be completely different for others. But I'm glad that for me, it works perfectly."

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Gina
Taken for less than 1 month
March 28, 2021

Nexium (esomeprazole) for GERD "That nexium needs to be off the shelf. That nexium 40 mg O took it for four days and gave terrible headaches and body feels sick. I will never take another PPI again. I started it four days ago today. Who made that awful drug."

1 / 10

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