Pantoprazole User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• ella
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 13, 2019

For Gastritis/Duodenitis "Do not take this pantoprazole, it is bad for you, avoid it at all costs I mean it. I was supposedly diagnosed with gastritis. The doctor gave me pantoprazole. After the first few days I started feeling throat tightness/lump feeling even after light exercise. Then gradually worsened and I felt it all day everyday. Also had extreme nausea had to go to the hospital. Been off it for 2 days now and my throat is recovering and my nausea has also subsided. DO NOT TAKE THIS. It will make you feel awful and it is hard to recover from it."

• guinea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 19, 2018

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Barrett's Esophagus "After a short time on protonix I began to experience back pain that radiated to the sides of my back in the kidney area. Then blood turned up in my urine both symptoms are serious side effects listed and says you should contact your dr immediately. Mdoctor told me that she couldn't say if the drug was the cause. The lesson learned -do your own research and be vigilant."

• Bobby
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 1, 2018

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "I would wake up coughing up fluids and constantly have acid reflux symptoms, which began to lead to swallowing issues and high anxiety. My doctor put me on pantoprazol (protonix) and I take it once every morning. 40mg. I am not someone who likes medicine and won't even take tylenol for a headache. I love my pantoprazol (protonix) and hope it continue to keep my issues away."

• Cheryl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 15, 2021

For GERD "Doctor prescribed these to me 7 days ago for GERD. After the 3rd day I had to go off of them . Every bone in my body hurt. I had heart palpitations late at night even after taking my dose in the morning, I am already prone to anxiety, and this made my anxiety 100x worse. I would wake up in the middle of the night unable to go back to sleep. I could feel my heart rate elevated. Then the headaches came. I also had random crying spells that were not brought on by anything happening. I had to go off of them. The side effects immediately stopped the day I went off of them. These pills are horrible. I asked my doctor to take me off of them due to the side effects and she didn't even believe me. She said "well you have anxiety so thats all that is. It is not the pills". It absolutely IS the pills!"

• jburk
• July 19, 2010

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Barrett's Esophagus "I was on Prilosec for about 9 years for acid reflux. For me it was a miracle drug that gave me relief for acid reflux. My dosage was continually increased till I was taking 4 20mg pills a day (probably a problem with my acid reflux increasing). After having more problems, I had an endoscopy which showed I had Barrett's Esophagus. I was prescribed Protonix (2 x 40mg pills/day). So far Protonix has worked great. For me it works better than the Prilosec did."

• Atari
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2019

For GERD "I was put on this drug for GERD & gastritis, I wasn’t scoped then I was just scoped year later. I have acid reflux worse since starting this med it gives me severe anxiety I’m bloated 24:7 and constipated brutal. My bowels reek foul. I have migraines and sore chest back and abdomen gurgles. Try getting off but I get acid rebound so bad you have no choice. I’ve been in bed for 3 months. I’m exhausted from side effects. I wouldn’t take this drug ever again I can’t even walk barely nausea bloating 8/10 24/7."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 16, 2019

For GERD "I had been taking OTC Zantac twice daily for GERD. During a medical appointment with PCP, I was prescribed Pantoprazole because my abdomen was tender on palpating. My visit had nothing to do with heart burn, rather for an elevated BP and heart palpitations. I took the Pantoprazole for about 10 days. During that time, my abdomen became horribly bloated. I looked like a pregnant woman with an old face. The sense of pressure and fullness was miserable and made it difficult to discern cardiac symptoms from the discomfort of stomach bloating. It also caused my heart to race even more, despite being placed on a BP medication. That’s when I remembered having been prescribed Pantoprazole last year and stopping it due to racing heart. I also experienced loss of appetite and a constant bitter taste in my mouth. It did eliminate GERD, but was not worth the side effects, especially those affecting a vital organ like the heart. I will refuse future instructions to take this drug."

• Les
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2020

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Peptic Ulcer "I’ve been on Protonix for 3 months now after suffering a rupture in my stomach from an ulcer, it has drastically changed my body in a good way. The gastrointestinal perforation I had almost finished me off and I spent 14 days in the hospital, my surgeon put me on protonix pretty much right while I was in the recovery, I’m not sure about side effects because I haven’t experienced any, but this little pill has help me by healing my ulcers and controlling the acid in my gut, this stuff is basically saving my life."

• Carri...
• March 7, 2014

For GERD "Pantoprazole helped with the acid reflux. My problem started four years into taking it. For months I experienced flu like symptoms, such as muscle and joint aches, diarrhea, weakness and extreme fatigue. After MANY tests were done, I was told that I was vitamin D deficient. I know that any meds that control stomach acid also block the absorption of vitamins and things your body needs. I stopped taking Pantoprazole and was put on prescription vitamin D. After just one week, I felt like a new person. I cut out foods that bother my stomach and cut my portions in half. I may have to chew a Tums once in a while, but I feel great. So watch how long your doctor has you on this drug. It took four years to have the side effects that I had."

• looking...
• September 17, 2011

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "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."

• Clavo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 22, 2020

For GERD "I have used Prilosec for over 10 years, without any issue, however, my Doctor felt that Pantoprazole would be safer for me. Well not at all, after taking 1 pill a day for a 5 day period, I came down with severe abdominal pain, to the point that I could not roll out of my bed, the pain then move to my left shoulder, the the right, then my neck, then my hips. All of these within a 3 week period. I have been prescribed a muscles relaxer, I think that it has helps, but I still have the neck cramps and hip bone pains. be very careful with Pantoprazole."

• Dlighty
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 17, 2019

For GERD "I was taking Pantropazole for around 2 years. My primary dr. said to get off it as she don't like me on it long term. After about a month of being off it my stomach aches stopped. I no longer have bowel problems, the drowsiness stopped and I feel better . I haven't had any GERD issues yet either."

• Relei...
• March 31, 2008

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "Started off with the "Purple Pill" effective but very expensive. Physician switched me to "Pantoprazole" (Protonix) - just as effective, a fraction of the price. My diet slipped back to pre-med carelessness (spicy food, garlic, onions, curries &c and STILL no problems. I did go back to sensible eating at the urging of my daughter!"

• Jett
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 30, 2018

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "Since my early twenties (I am mid 50s now) I have had great difficulty swallowing with a feeling that something was stuck in my throat, followed by esophageal spasms, followed by projectile vomiting of stomach acid. Episodes could last for up to 10 hours. I've been hospitalized several times while have sever episodes of uncontrollable spasms/vomiting for hours. I was misdiagnosed for decades, had my throat stretched by laparoscopy/balloons periodically and tried a variety of medications. Nothing helped. I was extremely underweight from not being able to eat for so many years. Finally, a doctor put me on Protonix and it was a miracle. Unbelievably life changing. My only complaint was I gained 20 lbs in the first year I was on it. I take it twice a day and can eat whatever I like with no reaction."

• Anonymous
• April 15, 2009

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "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."

• Steph
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 24, 2019

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "I started on Zantac and it just stopped working for me. I've been taking this pill for years and it does wonders! I have 0 noticable side effects. Its important to take it both every day and before you eat or it is not as effective."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2012

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "This was not effective in reducing acid. Four days after stopping Nexium and starting Protonix the heartburn started and I had to take Gaviscon. I had a 3 month supply so I kept taking it and ended up with a swollen, painful esophagus and difficulty swallowing with vomiting. I stopped taking Nexium because my insurance no longer would cover it. "

• Paully
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 14, 2021

For GERD "I thought I was going mad! I started out with bloat, diarrhoea, headaches to feeling complete body pain and racing heart beat. Then the anxiety full on. My doctor switched me from Nexium which comes with its own faults to Pantoprazole. Saves him having to make a call for prescription number as Nexium in Australia is restricted. I searched online after feeling terrible and found this page. Thank goodness I'm not alone. I hope others heed our warnings."

• Jenks...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 4, 2013

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Stomach Ulcer "Spent two and a half years vomiting everything but coca cola, ramen, and mashed potatoes. Had tried numerous ulcer medicines all failing miserably. Protonix made life bearable again! It actually ceased the pain!"

• Moose...
• June 25, 2020

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Erosive Esophagitis "On Protonix only two days , feel 100% better from my erosive esophagitis. I couldn’t swallow cause if the pain and the gnawing pain between the breastbone killed me . Ended up in the ER ( many) times . This med helped so much !!!"

• Sucks
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2021

For GERD "This drug was horrible for me. I woke up at 2:30 in the morning to use the restroom and was unable to go to sleep after. Racing thoughts which kept compiling into more racing, anxious thoughts about things I shouldn’t even be anxious about. My anxiety was through the roof, and I don’t have any meds for anxiety. Constantly needing to use the restroom and nausea, vomiting was constant. A whole day wasted from no sleep. This drug did not help me at all, it made my life worse. I am going to try a probiotic instead in addition to the Pepcid another poster recommended."

• D PRO
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 13, 2015

Protonix (pantoprazole) for GERD "Best medicine ever! I have taken Protonix for over 5 years now with no complaints other than when I run out and have to use over the counter meds that do not work. I usually take the Protonix 1st thing in the morning. It lasts all day. There have been times I have forgotten to take it 1st thing in the morning however, no matter when I take it the pill still works within 15 minutes of being taken as if I had taken it in the morning."

• Niles
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 31, 2020

For GERD "Prior to taking this medicine I was had IBS which had me vomiting daily and had years of diarrhea, gas, bloating, food restrictions, abdominal pain and swelling. Just overall at feeling of unwellness. Food coming back up my throat when I laid down. Then after my mom was diagnosed with GERD. And my doc prescribed me with this medicine pantoprazole it changed my life. I woke up. Not sick. I felt alive again. My mind was more focused. I could do my job better. My body felt healthier. But if I miss a pill even by and hour my gas comes back and indigestion. For a day and then it evens back out again. Take your pills on time. I also take this at 4pm every day. Or try to."

• GERD...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 20, 2013

Protonix (pantoprazole) for Barrett's Esophagus "I have been using this medication almost since it came on the market. I take a dose of 50% over the maximum recommended dosage. The medication seems to have a 7-10 hours effectiveness before rebound symptoms appear. I've tried several of the other proton pump inhibitors, which were not very effective. "

• kkroc...
• April 16, 2015

For Gastritis/Duodenitis "This med has been a life saver for me. I had gotten a severe case of food poisoning, then I developed gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining due to excessive vomiting) The ambulance had to take me to the emergency room! When I was released 6 hrs later, I was prescribed this med. My stomach pain immediately lessened. One every 24hrs. I'm on day 5 and the gastritis is about gone. No cramps, no pain in my stomach, no nausea. I recommend this one for gastistis!!!"