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Reviewer: wendysings, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)
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I have rather severe acid reflux. This medication seems to stop the symptoms. However, I have gained weight quickly. I went off it for six months, immediately lost weight, went on it again this week, and I have already gained weight again. Also, I am constantly gassy and bloated. I have to run to the bathroom. It's not worth it. I will continue to use Zantac 150 and see if I can supplement with so
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Reviewer: MIDGE, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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Reviewer: katym, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
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I have taken Dexilant 60 mg for over two years. I've never had any of the side effects that other reviewers have experienced. Of course, I had a neck injury with the result of chronic pain so I wouldn't notice any of the complaints of pain in the neck. Also, all the pain meds I take cause constipation, so no back yard trots for me. Overall, this medication has been a life saver for me. My acid ref
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Reviewer: MtnLady, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
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Dexilant has worked well me. After being diagnosed with acid reflux, inflammation of the esophagus and possible Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous change of the esophagus, I was originally put on Protonix, another proton pump inhibior. After taking the Protonix, for over 2 yrs, I starting having diarrhea, daily, and was switched to Dexilant. I no longer have diarrhea, but occasionally have stomac
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Reviewer: fluffy, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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Its working somewhat, but I am still experiencing diarrhea. I do not like having that or even having to wear depends. Not when I do not need to wear them yet.I am still having gas, and stomach pain.
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