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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR PRILOSEC | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 1 | acid feflux | Terrible anxiety,never been anxious in my life like this,pins and needles in hands,headache,blurred vision,(doctor told me to visit my optician)nausea in morning,pain in elbows,severe neck/ back pain around gall bladder area,panic attacks,could not sleep,even with sleeping tablets,chills in back,loss of appetite,palpitations,night sweats. | F | 60 | 4 weeks 20mgx2 | 2/22/2014 | 1 | acid indegestion/ bloating | Glad to see I'm not alone or going crazy. Started prilosec in december, for acid. Bloating issues. And the first 14 days were fine but as soon as I was done with 14 days two days later the acid started and the bloating returned. So went back to Dr and he told me again to continue taking it so went to buy more. And symptoms went away. But 2 weeks later my knees, elbows, neck, gums, started aching, my neck felt like static or weird shocks, in my jawline, my joints were achy, was anxious, mild heaches, a lymp node on my neck swolled alittle. Had numbness and tingling in hands for no reason. My throat felt closed sometimes. I couldn't see right at night. Mind you my stomach issues were gone all the other new symptoms were wore neck issues being the worst. I took 3 , 14 day dosages Dr orders. But I have quit taking them have an apt with my Dr next week. I would no recommend this prilosec med. | M | 29 | 3 months 20mg 1 day | 2/21/2014 | 1 | GERD | My list of symptoms is pretty long: anxiety, depression, fast heart rate, palpitations, pain in armpit, neck, chest, arms and legs, headaches and pressure in neck and head, eye pain, blurred vision, bloating, intestinal pain, nausea, tingling and numbness in hands, feet and face, shakiness on inside and out, fatigue, pain in jaw, dizziness, trouble sleeping, sweats and confusion. I'm shocked from what I have read on this website and can't believe I've been put through this hell for so long. I've been to my Dr multiple times for different concerns but I'm always told I'm fine. I'm so happy I'm not alone and I'm making an appointment to get off this evil drug. Wish me luck. I will take heartburn any day over taking this stuff. I need my life back. I'm sick and tired of not feeling myself and hope I can lose these horrendous side effects. Good luck to everyone else who has gone through this or currently is. Get off this drug!!! And if a Dr tries to prescribe it to you.....RUN!!!! | F | 31 | 7 years 20mg 1X da | 2/13/2014 | 1 | Heart burn. &. Acid reflux | Bad chest pain thought (heart attack) doc said im perfectly fine. anxiety light headed very tired tremors and agitation this is my 3rd day off and I'm starting to feel normal again sticking with old school alka selser | M | 31 | 10 days 20mg | 2/10/2014 | 1 | Frequent heartburn | Lump in throat, itchy throat, pain in esophagus, red/swollen face (felt like my face was on fire), anxiety that was through the roof, increased migraines | Do not take this drug. I wouldn't give it to my worst enemy. The pain in my esophagus was unbearable. By day 8 my face was so swollen, red, & hot to the touch. It felt like my skin was on fire. I've suffered from migraines for years & this medication made them way worse. Just don't take the stuff! | F | 29 | 8 days 20mg 1X day | 1/30/2014 | 1 | Supposed Laryngopharyngeal reflux | Tightness in neck and chest, pain under chin, severe anxiety... Seriously BAD anxiety. Shortness of breath. I've been trying to figure out what was causing it. Seems like it could be the prilosec OTC, seeing as my chest never hurt from the supposed LPR. I'll never take that garbage again. Been without it for three days. When will the pain and anxiety end? | M | 26 | 2 weeks 20mgX1 | 1/29/2014 | 1 | acid reflux | I had severe panic attacks, anxiety, docs gave me anti anxiety drug to bear this drug. I already have major heart palpitations and they not only increased, they changed, they became what they call a rythum called bi Gemini and tri Gemini. I am now going thru testing at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester MN. I was depressed and angry, and very tired. ringing in my ears, fluid in my ears, and appetite loss. | I would not recommend anyone to use this dangerous drug. I now am using apple cider vinegar instead, and also am eating more salads with vinegar and oil. it is helping. I had burning in my chest is why I went in to see the doctor. I would have never expected that I would be so "loosely" put on a medication that has such horrendous side effects, worse than what I went into the doctor for. I am so disappointed. and sad about that. everyone that knows me knows I am not one to be the way this crazy drug made me feel. I feel sorry for my family, as they worried so much about me. | F | 50 | 3 weeks 20 1X day | 1/28/2014 | 1 | gastritis | Im in England. Im taking omeprazole. Terrible side effects. Nausea. Unbelievable gas. The worst side effect for me are the muscle pains. I can hardly move my arms. Both knees are sore. I will never take this poison again. Took my last one yesterday and Im still in agony. My doctor has some questions to answer about this awful stuff. | F | 55 | 2 months 40 | 12/21/2013 | 1 | acid reflux | I have stopped taking this awlful drug because I am trying to go natural and the withdrawals are terrible I can realte with everyone here. from depression to cant sleep to aweful awelful rebound acid symptoms. It has been 2 wks since my last one cant wait til it gets better I refuse to break over and take it again. I had a friend die with a massive tumor in her stomach and I don't want that to happen to me. | I ate the stuff glad I found this site I know I am not alone! | F | 53 | 3 years 20mg 1X day | 12/17/2013 | 1 | barrets esophagus | lost hearing right, came back and now have constant ringing | 2 friends experienced some hearing loss after a couple months after starting prilosec they had thought hearing loss was due to hitting 60s | M | 62 | 60 days 30 2X day | 12/11/2013 | 1 | took NSAID, DR PRESCRIBED ME | LOOSE STOOLS, ANXIETY, SHAKES PANIC ATTACKS, WEIGHT LOSS. | THIS DRUG SUCKS, DON'T TAKE IT. WAS HAVING MAJOR ANIEXTY. STOPPED AFTER 10 DAYS. LOST 5 PDS WITHIN A MONTH, LOST DESIRE TO EAT AND WAS DEPRESSED. DEALING WITH THE ACID REBOUND BUT IT'S BETTER THAN BEING ON THAT SHIT!!! THE DRUG NEEDS TO GO OFF THE MARKET. TOO DANGEROUS. | F | 38 | 10 days 20Mg 1X day | 11/28/2013 | 1 | GERD, BARROTS. | First week was fine. Second week waking up with severe pains in both legs and headaches. This sucks! | M | 35 | 2 weeks 40mg | 11/19/2013 | 1 | Gerd | Not beneficial at all! Achy joints, anxiety, worsened stomach issues, AND hair loss!!! I've always had thick hair and could not figure out why my hair thinned dramatically. Was getting tests for thyroid issues and never thought to contribute it to Prilosec. Stopped Prilosec months ago and my hair is filling in again! My friend is the one that pointed it out because it hapoened to her as well. This crap only causes more issues-does NOT solve them. Take at your own risk! So sick of doctors giving us crap that makes us worse so that we need more meds. | F | 30 | 2 months ? | 11/5/2013 | 1 | GERD | High Blood Pressure, Heart Palpitations, Anxiety, Depression, Uneasiness, Lightheaded/Dizziness | This is another follow up to my post from 2 weeks ago. The horrible side effects are finally subsiding. It's been about a month since I stopped taking Prilosec. My BP is back to normal (120/80) however I still have heart palpitations on and off but not as bad. My anxiety and depression is getting better and I don't get lightheaded anymore. I just want to let people who are suffering know that there is hope. I've read that if you are on Prilosec for a while it takes about a month to completely leave your system. The bad news is the rebound effect is horrible. I've tried some of the natural remedies, but they don't seem to help much. Please email me if you have any questions or advice. | M | 28 | 8 years 20 MG 1X day | 10/30/2013 | 1 | Acid reflux | After a week joint pain started in wrist next same night both ankles tops of feet. Next day left knee. Next day right wrist. Stopped taking after reading Side effect forums. Eventually both wrists both elbows. Both knees both ankles feet. Dr says prilosec wouldn't have caused it. It's been over a month And these pains are still here. All bloodwork is Normal. Except for elevated sed rate. (31). Now I have severe neck pain with everything else. Now off work cause I barely walk. Was having to take 2400 mg ibuprofren a day. Dr switched to celebrex. Feels like torn muscle or tendon in neck when I swallow. This sucks!!! Weird part is no swelling in any of joints. Was hoping would be better after a month of stopping, not happening | M | 40 | 10 days Otc | 10/27/2013 | 1 | GERD | High Blood Pressure, Heart Palpitations, Anxiety, Depression, Uneasiness, Lightheaded/Dizziness | This is an update to my post on 10/3/13. It has been 2 weeks since discuontinuing Prilosec. At first, I felt better. Now the symtoms are back. I can't sleep. My heart is pounding all day long. I get episodes of anxiety. It's almost like I'm going through a withdrawl! IF ANYONE CAN OFFER HELP PLEASE CONTACT ME. I will write another follow up in 2 weeks. | M | 28 | 8 years 20 MG 1X day | 10/15/2013 | 1 | stomach issues | Panic attack -no energy -insomnia-sick all the time.Never again. | F | 50 | 6 months 60 | 10/12/2013 | 1 | heartburn | I have taken this drug for 2 weeks and I am so pissed at the doc that rx this. I have horrible gas, don't want to eat, stomach cramps, and so very tired all the time. I told him that I only had heartburn and he insisted I go on this crap. I am stopping this right now! Dont take this unless you want more troubles. | F | 28 | 2 weeks 20mg | 10/4/2013 | 1 | GERD, Acid Reflux | High Blood Pressure, Heart Palpitations, Anxiety, Depression, Uneasiness, Lightheaded/Dizziness | I was diagnosed with GERD/Acid Reflux about 8 or 9 years ago. I was originally given Nexium. It worked well for my reflux. Never had any side effects. I was switched to Prilosec for insurance reasons. I was assured it was basically the same drug. It worked just as well, but there were some mild side effects at first, but they were bearable. I started to get very anxious and antisocial for no good reason. I had problems concentrating at work as well. My social and professional life was going down the tubes. I sought prefessional mental help. My therapist diagnosed me with anxiety and mild depression. She suggested that I go on antidepressents. I was prescibed Lexapro by a pychiatrist. It worked well at first. Over time I gained a lot of weight and got this light headed feeling all the time. I weened off of Lexapro. The anxiety came back but only worse along with high BP and heart palpitations. I randomly read an article about the side effects of Prilosec that it can deplete magnesium and other nutrients on your body. I stopped taking Prilosec and took a magnesium supplement as well as Vit B/D. I feel so much better. I never thought that Prilosec could be behind my anxiety issues. I will report back to let you know how I doing. | M | 28 | 8 years 20 MG 1X day | 10/3/2013 | 1 | acid reflux | insomnia, depression, anxiety, weight loss (20 lbs. in 1 month) | do NOT take this poison. i was a very strong, athletic guy who worked out 5 days a week for the last 20 years. in one month i lost all my muscle mass and have suffered many symptoms since i stopped taking the poison 11 weeks ago. i PRAY for recovery. doctors SUCK. | M | 55 | 6 weeks 20 mg 1X day | 9/17/2013 |