aciphex It was the only one of the five PPI's that worked. Prevacid, Prilosec and Nexium caused severe abdominal pain and nausea- also triggered GERD symptoms.

great no problem and with swallowing problem its just the right size and can eat more now without a lot of acid and can enjoy food better. just a little over pricey i think.

Aciphex Aciphex was the third PPI I tried. Prevacid, the first one I was prescribed, produced intense bloating, nausuea, gas and diahrrea. I was then prescribed Prilosec and it offered some relief, but Aciphex worked better. I tried Protonix for about 9 months to see if the reflux symptoms could be further reduced after taking Aciphex for a year, but it wasn't any more effective, and was more expensive, so I returned to Aciphex. Recently, I was changed to 40 mg. of Nexxium twice a day, so I'll see if the little purple pill can do the trick.

I had no discernible side effects with Protonix Aciphex.

Pariet, Heartburn & Constipation The most interesting change in my life since I started taking this drug (PARIET)is not only the disappearance of acid indigestion and heartburn but also the disappearance of constipation from which I have suffered for many years. It would be interesting to know if others are experiencing this added benefit. I no longer use any heartburn tablets (tums, etc.) At this point, I must consider this a pharmacuetical extraordinaire! I do hope there are no long term negative effects.

ACIPHEX EXCELLENT

I have been taking Aciphex for 2 years. It works most of the time really really well. However, during my cycle it completely fails and I get really bad headaches. I also think that over the period of time that I've been using this medication that some side effects have developed, including reoccurring yeast infections, peeling skin, constipation and rashes.

Side effects Very effective, but have increasingly problematic loose & frequent stools. Seemed to coincide with starting Aciphex, but now wondering if it's another problem as it is worsening. Anybody else have this problem?

Rabeprazole Seems to be working well. Take 2/day. I've noticed some depression and wondered if it was a side affect from Aciphex and came to this site. I see it is one of the side affects... 56 year old male crying while watching sad movies... but no heartburn... glad I came to this site, thought I was going crazy. Thanks.

Pariet, Heartburn & Constipation The most interesting change in my life since I started taking this drug (PARIET)is not only the disappearance of acid indigestion and heartburn but also the disappearance of constipation from which I have suffered for many years. It would be interesting to know if others are experiencing this added benefit. I no longer use any heartburn tablets (tums, etc.) At this point, I must consider this a pharmacuetical extraordinaire! I do hope there are no long term negative effects.

Stops the burning The awful burning in the gut and throughout the chest has stopped almost instantly. I still get bouts of chest discomfort (sternum) which I hoped this would alleviate. Overall, I'm pleased with the results.