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I've been on Dexilant 60mg for almost 3 years now for Barret's esophagus. My recent endoscopy showed that my Barret's has cleared up. But the doctor said to contune the Dexilant for now. I've read that long term use of PPIs can lead to bone loss and i already have osteopenia so i asked the doctor to maybe lower my dose since i contnue to have acid reflux. I've been on the 30 mg for 3 days now and i'm having a lot of acid reflux. I would like to go back to the 60 mg and asked the doctor but it was late friday afternoon and no one answered my call. My question is, can i take 2 of the 30 mg dexilant instead of 1 60 mg, since i don't have the 60 mg anymore? ## Yes, it would be the same as taking a 60mg. The rebound reflux is normal and will happen if you abruptly...

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My doctor had prescribe this tablet for 5 days. But it not available at medical stores in my area. So can I use Pantosec-D instead of it & I want detail of both of this tablets. ## Can I take pan 40 in empty stomach iam suffering from Gerd.how long i have to take this medicine

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Can i take Pan 40 for stomach pain ## It really depends on what is causing your stomach pain. This medication helps reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to treat or prevent conditions such as GERD, heart burn, ulcers, and gastritis. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Do you know what's causing your problem? Are you on any other medications?

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I am suffering from bad stomach symptoms... I tried many things but my stomach is still causing problems... I went to meet a doctor and after my check up I was advised to take tryptomer 25 mg for at least six months... I took that tablet for six months, yet my problems are still present... Please advise me on what to do? Will Zevit capsules help? If so, how do I use them? I'm very thin. My weight is 53 kg and my height is 5'7.

My liver size is enlarged and doc suggested udiliv*150 gor 1 month it is good for ## My liver size is enlarged and doc suggested to take udiliv*150 for 1 month its correct for me but what diet I shud follow or what food shud I eat pls let me no that ## Is diareah is symtom of liver damage ## Hello Doctor, last year in July I was diagnosed with GERD, acidity issue. I have been consulting Gastroenterologist and had NEXPRO RD 40 whenever required. Now 2 weeks backs again I started feeling acidity in my throat and sometimes I felt pain in abdomen towards right whenever I used to skip any meal for hours(breakfast,lunch or dinner). Now I have got ultrasound done for full abdomen and everything is fine except I have minor stones 1 to 3mm in my gall bladder and doctor has adviced me to take Eso...

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Why is the package insert ABSOLUTELY SILENT on WHEN the Altosec 20 is to be taken? ## Hello, Oubaas 74! How are you? Because there is really no specific time of day that it must be taken, other than before a meal. It is classified by the U.S. FDA as a proton pump inhibitor that helps reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to help treat or prevent conditions, such as heartburn, GERD, gastritis and ulcers. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## From:- Oubaas 74. Thank you for your reply, this is the 1st Time that anyone has told me to take "Altosec 20mg" BEFORE a meal. Please note that the package insert is SILENT on this advice!!! Since my Acid Reflux problem (???) is at ni...

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i am having irritable bowl syndrome. is it safe to taken lomofen? is there any difference between lomotil and lomofen? as i heard that lomofen is bannde in US. currently i am in India. ## I AM SUFFERING FRO I.B.S., PLEASE SUGGEST MEDICINE FOR RECOVERY. ALREADY I TAKES LOMOFEN. ## I used nortZ.for ibs and urinal infection. how this help?

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I have a shoulder pain and my Dr. advice me to take Pantodac 20, 2 tablets daily after meal.is it ok to continue . ## This medication is used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to help treat, or prevent conditions such as heartburn, GERD, ulcers, and gastritis. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and flatulence. Did your doctor prescribe anything else with this medication?

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I am a 67 yr old white woman who had been taking Dexilant 60 mg for over 10 years for Hiatus Hernia and Gerd. When I was on Empliyer Insurance I maybe received $50 toward each Dexilant prescription. Now I am on Medicare Plan F Prescription Ins. And Dexilant, (company) will not help senior citizens at all? I am through the loop end of my Medicare Prescription plan and Dexilant went from $93 for 3 months to $282 for 3 months. It seems my pay per yr is too high, so basically no help for Seniors Citizens s with cost of out of pocket total cost for Dexilant? ## Hello, Linda! How are you? Have you spoken to your doctor about? There are other medications in this class that are available as generics, such as Omeprazole and Lansoprazole, which would be much, much cheaper and your Medicare may ev...

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I am looking for an over the counter alternative for Dexilant 60mg cap. Is there one available? ## Hello, Quadcities1! How are you? It isn't available over the counter, but there are others that are, such as Lansoprazole, which is also known by the name brand Prevacid. However, please check with your doctor, before switching to make sure that it is safe for you to do so. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Drink a shot glass of Apple Cider vinegar, every morning. You may also drink it if you feel acid reflux is coming on due to the food you are eating. Stop eating fried foods. Try the 3 B' Bake, Boil and Broiled to heal your stomach. ## DO not drink a 'shot' of apple vinegar without diluting or you risk damage to your esophagus!!!!!!!! ## If I take Dexilant once p...

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I have broken out in a rash around my neck, shoulders, arms and legs really bad. Didn't know what was the cause. Went to dr. he said it looked like a inward reaction and nothing topical. Well, I had started taking Dexilant (Kapidex) just about the time I broke out. My question is ....those of you who have experienced this? How long did the rash last after you stopped taken it? ## So glad to know I am not alone. I started Delixant/Kapidex 3 weeks ago.After about a week I had a rash on my hands and arms. I continued taking the medicine because I was not fully convinced it was the culprit. After another week my itchy red rash had spread from arms to the rest of my body. I called the doctor and they said to come so they could rule at eczema. Byt the time I call in to see the doctor I wa...

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possibly an antibiotic, name may be misspelled ## What Dipheniatrop pills are prescriped for? Thank you for your assistance. ## Diphenoxylate and Atropine are the active ingredients in a medication more commonly known as Lomotil or Co-Phenotrope and it is most commonly prescribed to help prevent or treat diarrhea. You can learn more Lomotil details here. Thus, it's most common side effects is constipation. Are there any questions or comments? ## Dipheniatrop is not misspelled. This the proper spelling for the drug.

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I have been on dexilant now for 3 months and for me it's been good. My concern is of course the long-term effect with this medication as it seems this medication is used for short-term up to 6 months from what I have read. Why is that?? My wife has been on another proton pill for like 15 years now but this one seems different. Can you actually take this one forever? What's the alternative if you're not able due to the long-term issues? This medication works for me but I'm a little nervous if I'm not able to take this one long term. Thanks for taking the time to read my post. ## Hello, Bert! How are you? Actually, all of them increase the risk of hip fractures, with long-term use, especially in the elderly, according to the NIH. This applies to all PPIs. Other side ef...

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sir, i am Kanchan. I want to know alll detail Pantodac . Hoping an action. Thankxx. ## This medication is used to reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach to treat or prevent conditions, such as heartburn, GERD, gastritis, and ulcers, as reported by the NIH. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and flatulence. It is usually best taken before a meal, though I often take mine at night, before going to sleep, since my reflux can be worse then. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am having a back pain problem and my Dr suggested this tablet. Is this suitable for back pain? I am curious how an acid control tab is useful for back pain... ## It isn't, it is only used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to treat or prevent conditions, such as heartburn, GERD, gastritis, and ulcers. Are you sure that's the medication he recommended? Are you on any other medications?

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I am having erosive painful gastritis with gerd. I have been prescribed razo 20 and lesuride 75 to be taken in the morning before breakfast. I'm confused, can both be taken together before breakfast or when and which one should be taken first? ## Yes, they can both be taken together, before breakfast. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, flatulence, and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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i am taking sompraz it daily 1 tab.& nusam 400 2 tab.i am suffering from gerd & liver diease.i want to know when i stop sompraz tab.acidty starts again,i want pernament solution plz help.... ## What types of foods do you eat? Do you drink a lot of soda, or alcoholic beverages? All are listed as possible contributors to GERD and general acidity, according to the AMA. Anything spicy or acidic can cause it to recur. It is best to keep a bland diet for awhile to allow things to heal and let the acid settle down, while taking the medication prescribed for you.

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I have got a colonoscopy done. Diagnosed with IBS. Doctor says colon and intestine is highly irritable. I take about 2 hours in the morning to pass stools. Some times I have to to go in the evening again and pass some mucous. Also if there is a stress event I get severe pain on the left side of my navel. Is there a medicine which can help me. reagrds ## I too suffer for over 30 years with IBS I'm having a flare up as I type. I'm so sorry I totally understand you pain and suffering. Over the years I've been through several doctors as well as several colonoscopies Their magic answer has always been IBS is a syndrome and us we don't know what to do for it so good luck and a tall shoe auditor office with some Imodium A.D. or Pepto-Bismol and that's about it . Two years a...

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I've had an acid problem for more than 10 years. 3 years back I had done my endoscopy which showed mild oesophagitis and GERD; and took pantoparazole, livosulpride, ulcon for 2 months continuously then occasionally when required with partial relief. Now after 3 years endoscopy still shows mild oesophagitis with small hiatal hernia and mild due dignities. Doctor prescribed pantoparazole 40 and itopride. How long should I take it and what is the best treatment? ## You should take the medications as long as your doctor instructs you to do so, usually they are taken for anywhere from one to four months. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. There is no particular best treatment, since everyone is different, it re...

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Pls advise what medicine to be prescribed for loose motions? ## Have you seen a doctor for this? Have you looked into your diet to see what might be causing it? It really depends on the root cause. Some people, who experience it occasionally, due to another medication or something they've eaten can get relief from just using an over the counter product, like Loperamide, often sold under the brand name Imodium. However, if you are experiencing it regularly, then you need to see a doctor, so they can diagnose what is causing it and it may require medical intervention. ## Stomach pain and loose motion ## how to get loose motion please refer medicine or tablet ## Hi ! Am suffering from loose motion since past two months, I`ve ignored it but now of lately I`ve been getting lot of pain in...

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