Esomeprazole for GERD User Reviews (Page 4)

• mol...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 24, 2020

"I have been taking the generic of Nexium for about 10 years, every day, and have had no problems whatsoever, but I take no other meds. I am 77 years old. Hope this helps others if they are wondering if they can do this."

• Dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2022

Esomeprazole "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 have gone through the roof!!! Felt suicidal and am now booked into a psych hospital. None of my doctors took me seriously when I told them that that was the effect 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."

• Bbw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2016

Esomeprazole "I have severe acid reflux, and my doctor recommended Nexium. I took it for only 5 days and experienced no difference whatsoever. Absolutely no change. I still have severe acids, and to be honest, the drug seemed to make my symptoms worse. As well, I am 100% sure it interacts with antidepressants and lowers their effectiveness! So if you are taking an SSRI, please be aware!"

• Anonymous
• May 29, 2008

Esomeprazole "I have very severe acid reflux with esophageal ulcers. I have tried tons of other medications, and this is the only one that has given me relief without needing to supplement with antacids! I do experience headaches as a side effect, but they are mild and worth the relief."

• Lee...
• November 11, 2020

Esomeprazole "Beware of their marketing scam. I called the phone number on their marketing ad on TV. I asked for a trial, and the person said I would be charged a shipping fee of $7.95. I said that was fine. They charged me $7.95 on Oct. 4th. On Oct. 21st, I was charged $119.90. I did not receive the product until Oct. 30th. I called Nexium and complained about the charge. They said, “I needed to call 14 days after trying the product to cancel the agreement.” I was not aware of any agreement because I only asked for a trial, and besides, I received the product 9 days after I was charged $119.90. How was it possible for me to try the product in 14 days to cancel the agreement that was not explained to me? They charged me even before I was able to try the product. Nexium did not work. I took it for 3 nights and stayed up all 3 nights! This is really a scam, and I am disputing it."

• Abb...
• November 4, 2018

Esomeprazole "I just want to say that if you have GERD and have a history of aspiration pneumonia, do not replace Rx Nexium 40 MG with the OTC 24-hour Nexium. They are not the same. After my mother wanted to try the OTC Nexium for a few months, she developed aspiration pneumonia after not having it for many years (10). She passed away."

• Bom...
• July 27, 2021

Esomeprazole "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, diarrhea, 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."

• Bry...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2019

Esomeprazole "I had two months of daily, awful heartburn. I wasn't eating the best, and I was drinking alcohol. Well, that part didn't stop, but I did take Nexium. It was amazing. During the 14 days, I lightened my diet but still ate the things I enjoyed. I'm 35, and I think this is my first 'medication' review, lol."

• Anonymous
• January 25, 2010

Esomeprazole "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."

• Anonymous
• September 2, 2009

Esomeprazole "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."

• Anonymous
• November 30, 2009

Esomeprazole "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 PPIs 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."

• Sch...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 3, 2021

Esomeprazole "I have had GERD since the 1990s. I have been on all different medications for this problem. No other pill has given me such problems like Nexium. After using it for 2 weeks, I got such achy bones all over that I was in constant pain. I have osteoarthritis but not all over like this. My stools are really soft, and I go a lot. Sometimes 2x or 3x a day. If I pass gas, sometimes I shart myself. I take Nexium 3 to 4 times a week. My body can't handle 7 days a week. This by far has been the worst GERD medication that I have ever taken. It works for my GERD, but the side effects are terrible."

• Anonymous
• November 9, 2020

"I was prescribed esomeprazole for acid reflux. I've taken 1, and my stomach feels as if it's being pulled out. Burning and aching all night. Headache and just feeling really rough. Worst drug I've ever taken. Will never take it again, I'd sooner have reflux than the pain and discomfort of that drug."

• Anonymous
• May 15, 2010

Esomeprazole "I have taken Nexium for about 10 years. It works so well! 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."

• Woo...
• September 21, 2021

Esomeprazole "I'm so glad I found this! My fiancé has had 2 severe panic attacks. We couldn't figure out why. She literally thought she was dying and I took her to the hospital twice. Thankfully, before we would get there, she would severely throw up, and it would slowly go away. Today, her grandma mentioned, did this happen after taking the Nexium, and it did, so I googled it and found this. It is so true. This medication is not safe. It could seriously hurt someone!"

• PSa...
• March 24, 2018

Esomeprazole "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 effects 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."

• Gin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2021

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

• Liz...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 25, 2019

Esomeprazole "I have been on Nexium many years, first 40 mg 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 hiatal hernia."

• lpl...
• May 27, 2020

"It's my 5th day using Nexium for my GERD. The effects were great in treating my heartburn, but just this morning, my skin began to feel itchy, the muscles in my arms, legs, and shoulders began to ache and feel weak. I just contacted my doctor to confirm if it was good or not. I hope this can heal immediately."

• nex...
• February 2, 2009

Esomeprazole "Nexium worked great for me too. After two years of use, I developed high blood pressure. Maybe related to Nexium (known rare side effect) or maybe not. Stopping the drug seems not possible. Heartburn comes back, and it is very severe."

• Dus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 22, 2018

Esomeprazole "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."

• Roe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2021

Esomeprazole "I have really bad GERD, been dealing with it for years, peptic ulcers, bleeding ulcer, and hiatal hernia. I’ve tried my fair share of medications for this problem. I stopped using the meds a couple of years ago and have been in agony with heartburn for a year now. I caved and got the Nexium off-brand at Costco. Literally, less than a month in, and my anxiety is INSANE. I’m so tired, jittery, and anxious. I already have anxiety and depression, so this just made it flare up and go nuts. I am stopping it tomorrow and going to speak to my doctor about finding something that will work, so I don’t live with the chronic heartburn, but also so I don’t have to take stuff that gives me severe anxiety. This sucks!"

• Joe...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 5, 2023

Esomeprazole "I didn't sleep for about four months because I couldn't sleep due to acid reflux. After a bunch of tests, they figured out I had a hiatal hernia. I really had no choice because Tums doesn't work that well. I've been taking Nexium for a couple of years now, and honestly, I have very few symptoms. I haven't had any of the symptoms mentioned here."

• myg...
• December 17, 2011

Esomeprazole "Over the years, I have taken it 'as needed'. I try to control the acid reflux by watching what I eat. Mayo, chocolate, mints, and 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, I 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."

• Anonymous
• June 1, 2009

Esomeprazole "After using Nexium for many years, I have abdominal pain and lots of wind and constant diarrhea. Loperamide did not control this. Now I am on a strict no carbohydrate, no dairy, and no caffeine diet. It is working at this time, June 2009."