Dexlansoprazole for GERD User Reviews (Page 3)

• K2ano
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 26, 2015

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Suffered from heartburn for a couple decades. Used to treat with regular doses of tums, Prilosec, and every other over the counter acid inhibitor. Nothing worked for more than a day or so. I have been taking dexilant for 18 months now and have yet to have a single instance of heartburn. It's a fantastic remedy for those regular heartburn sufferers."

• Duane...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 16, 2016

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "started 2 weeks ago with this dexilant, ever since then my symtoms got worse, dizzy, stomach and lower back pain, hard to swallow food, passing gas and burping a lot more. Would not recommend this drug to my enemy. If I knew what this drug did for me that made it worse I would of not taken it. Worst drug on the market, and they want $300.00for a month for this pill, NO WAY. Not me. No wonder why my insurance would not cover it. Believe me if you are taking it and feel more sick then you did, STOP TAKING IT. With a few days when the drug gets out of your system you will feel better and you will not have to see dr or keep going to hospital and they find nothing wrong with you."

• Anonymous
• September 5, 2011

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Took Dexilant delayed release 60mg for 8 days and experienced diarrhea and stomach pain starting the third day. Hoped it would resolve after a few days but did not. Have continued to have abdominal pain and now constipation and strange-colored stool (white to clay) for more than a week after stopping the medicines. Back to omeprazole for me and then to my doctor if this doesn't stop soon. Dexilant did not work for me."

• Wellred
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 29, 2020

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have GERD which has worsened in the past year. My throat was narrowing and it hurt in my side every time I swallowed. 60 mg of Dexilant is the only thing that has helped. It took a couple of months but now I barely have swallowing problems anymore. The only problem is that I have been on it for over 6 months now and I know it’s time to taper off but if I go off it for a day by the next day my throat starts to narrow again and it’s once again difficult to swallow. I’ve tried replacing it with Prilosec but that doesn’t help with the swallowing. Only Dexilant works. I guess I’m stuck on it!"

• Anima...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 30, 2015

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have severe gerd and erosive esphogus. This is the best medicine I've had. But there's no generic and I can't afford the $170 a month. And that's with the company coupon. It's a shame such a great medicine is so expensive and insurance won't cover it."

• Crzyc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2016

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have been taking Prilosec for years but noticed that lately it doesn't seem to be as effective. I went to a new GE who gave me samples of Dexilant to try. I took one 60 mg pill yesterday afternoon and in the middle of the night I developed horrible muscle cramping in my lower back and legs that had me in tears. I couldn't get out of bed all day today and when I finally got up and ate a little bit I developed painful abdominal cramping and explosive diarrhea. It has been going on for hours now. All of this after one dose! I rarely ever have problems with side effects of medications. I will NEVER take this stuff again! I just wish I had tried the doctor's samples for a few days before I picked up the prescription."

• KyKel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2016

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I was prescribed this for GERD caused by gastroparesis. After 1 week I developed severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, gas and vomiting. I also felt short of breath, anxious and dizzy. I stopped this medicine and will never take again. I would not recommend this medicine to anyone ever. Wish I could give it a 0."

• Meli
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 22, 2018

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have been taking this medicine for 7 years. Works great no side affects and I would highly recommend this medicine to anyone! I was on many different medicines before dexalant and nothing worked. Dexalant has completely changed my life. Love it!"

• csts
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 2, 2012

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Had been on Zantac for years, which had controlled my reflux. Then 3 times in 9 months I vomited for over a week, unstoppable, hospitalized for a week each of 1st two times. No apparent reasons; intense testing all negative. Third time, my gastroenterologist decided to try Dexilant just to see. The vomiting stopped in less than 24 hours, preventing hospitalization. Now I switch back to Zantac 2-3 months after each incident, but when 24 hours vomiting recurs, I instantly return to Dexilant for a couple of more months. Haven't been hospitalized in almost 5 years. Expensive, but worth every penny."

• Jeffrey...
• June 7, 2017

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "It all started well but about 3 days into the process of taking Dexilant 60mg once a day, all hell broke loose. I had explosive diarrhea and also had the feeling of wanting to vomit. I stopped taking the meds. After my endo and colonoscopy, my Gastroenterologist returned me to a lower 30mg dose. I already had my misgivings on the meds but as a good patient followed my Gastroenterologist's prescription. Right on the first dose I again experienced loose bowel movement as in every 15 to 20 minutes of watery discharge. I also immediately felt weak. This med gave such an adversed side effect that I decided not to take it anymore whatever wrath comes when I see my GE again. Plus it is very expensive."

• Frank...
• April 25, 2016

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Taking for GERD after throat surgery. Has quelled my heartburn more effectively than any OTC I've taken in years. Most noticeable side effects are constant, constant gas (!!!) and lots of stomach growling if I hold it in. Feel like I'm having more frequent and more urgent BM's as well. Also, an expensive med! That being said, it works well."

• Steve...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 9, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I am not sure where to go to get help here, Tameka makes it impossible to contact. I have been using Dexilant for over 3 years, have been on this type of medicine for many, many years...since the proton pump medicine was first used (Prilosec Rx). This medicine works well almost all the time BUT, it seems every now and then I get a batch that does NOT work as well....almost like the capsule is not filled properly, and I need to supplement these dosages with a Nexium or take a Pepcid Complete to carry me. This usually goes away when I receive a new Rx presumably from a different batch. This happens infrequently, but I do not attribute this to a change in my habits nor health. (This never happened with Nexium Rx, which I used to take) very suspect, I believe the quality control is lacking and Tadeka should step up and make a recall for these bad batches!"

• PDQ
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 27, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I used to take Dexilant for my GERD, then insurance stopped covering it. I had no side effects that I noticed. I liked it because a single dose could last up to 3 days for me. I liked that I could take it as a preventative or as needed."

• Anonymous
• January 5, 2011

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Had taken over the counter medicines for almost 15 years. Had tried many different prescription medicines too, and Dexilant has been the "wonder drug". I got to the point of throwing up in my sleep at least 2 times a week for the last 3 months. But, have not had one episode of vomiting since I began the medicine. I even cooked an Indian Dish the other night that I would not have even tried (just for the family usually) and I had my first enjoyment of spicy foods in over 15 ( )years. Amazing. Completely AMAZING."

• Anonymous
• February 2, 2011

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I started with GERD symptoms in August 2010. Tried over the counter medications and my NP precribed aciphex. No change. Discouraged. She then prescribed Dexilant and it has been a miracle. I can drink a cup of coffee again. However, for a month now I have the diarrhea side effect, but I'll put up with it for now."

• H M C
• January 9, 2016

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "When I was around 17 I started having severe stomach pain and reflux. I went through multiple test and many medications that did not stop the reflux nor the pain. I got to the point I was unable to eat anything without difficulty. I finally went to a GI specialist that found I had a condition that caused by a virus in my system that had caused my white cell to attack my stomach and ended up eating the nerve endings in my stomach and that was causing severe GERD. He placed me on Dexilant and this helped to control the pain and the reflux so I was able to start living a normal life for a 18 year old going off to college. My mother had to fight with insurance many times to have it covered and even now they still threaten to stop. Miracle drug."

• Chris...
• April 20, 2015

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Was diagnosed with 'silent' GERD with erosive esophagus. Put on omeprazole for a couple weeks, then got prescription Dexilant for a couple weeks. Both gave me daily very uncomfortable symptoms of heartburn that I had never had before. My doctor said I was his first "failure" on that medication."

• Toolman
• December 2, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have been taking 60 mg for about 8 months now for heartburn. I used to get bad heartburn from taking antidepressants and this is the only pill that has helped. I stopped taking for about 3 days because I forget to get a refill and I noticed I started to have a little more had starting up again. So I guess I will be taking this med for life"

• Anonymous
• July 4, 2011

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have flare ups of GERD where my throat feels raw for weeks at a time, and my sinuses feel raw. In the past Prescription strength Omeprazole has worked well. I went to my doctor's partner and he gave me 20 days worth of Dexilant for free so I have stuck with it longer than I should have. It has done absolutely nothing positive for me. Strangely enough, after taking it for 2 weeks my eyes became extremely dry and uncomfortable. I am going back to prescription omeprazole."

• Downt...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 18, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I was diagnosed with GERD five years ago. I also have IBS. I took Nexium for years and was fairly symptom free. When my issues progressed, my doctor prescribed Dexilant with Carafate for rescues. I had an endoscopy about four months ago and my stomach condition had deteriorated. I was told to double up on Dexilant. Not financially doable. Let me say something about the manufacturer, Takeda. They have an assistance program and have been amazing to me. I love them. Because of their assistance, my money is freed up to pay doctor bills. They care about their patients. I am pretty upset about my recent complications. I am having a four hour motility study soon. Hoping for a miracle. I was a singer.....my throat is now affected. A parting question-everything went downhill after I switched my thyroid from Nature-thyroid to Synthroid. Sad....I felt better on Synthroid. Anyone else have hypothyroid issues with GERD?"

• Anonymous
• October 3, 2010

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I have been taking Dexilant for about 2 weeks. I did not realize how bad I had been feeling before taking the drug. I thought I was just a stomach sensitive person and would just have to put up with the ups and downs. It's all ups now, I feel great."

• Tristan
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 4, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I've been taking Dexilant for a couple of years now. It does keep the burning at bay in my gut, throat, etc. It doesn't work as well as it did in the beginning and although I get it through the Takeda Patient Assistance Program, Help at Hand, I'm not cured and very worried about being able to stop taking it. Every time I have to get a refill sent to me, something always happens and I usually have to buy at least a week's worth until it arrives. But, once you've been taking it.. and, anything else doesn't even do as well.. How do you get off it? I worry about continuing to take this with it's sometimes long-term effects."

• Anonymous
• August 24, 2012

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "First day to take it, I realized I was not going to die. My chest had been hurting so bad and I had lost 40 pounds from not being able to eat. I had to have my gallbladder removed (which causes diarrhea) about a week before I was prescribed Dexilant, so if it does give me diarrhea, I wouldn't notice. So far, no side effects."

• Punked
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 12, 2018

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "I was prescribed this after 2 years little success with Prilosec. 6 hours after taking first pill, thought I had the flu. Chills, nausea, diarrhea. Next day, had no energy whatsoever. Missed important event. Thought maybe I had food poisoning so didn’t take another pill until 3 days later. Took a pill and 6 hours later, in same shape again but worse. Stabbing pains in head and chest, horrible diarrhea, hands stiff, no energy. Hope I survive 2 pills!! Ugh"

• T-rex
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 18, 2019

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) "Have been on this medication for years and has worked well. No real side effects until about a year ago with joint pain and headaches. Now insurance will not pay for this PPI but others it does. ????? How does that work ????? I guess I will try a new prescription that they will pay for and see what happens. I thought the joint pain and headaches were just old age but apparently its not just that according to what I've been reading with everyone else. Don't get me wrong, the medicine is great but just not long term."