ACIPHEX Reviews (RABEPRAZOLE SODIUM)Average Rating: 2.8 (482 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare ACIPHEX with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR ACIPHEX | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Acid reflux | Works great, very seldom have any acid. Used to take 10-20 antacids a day. Now take 0. I had one side effect after several years of use - depression. It turns out this medication has a tendency to deplete vitamin B12 which can cause your moods to go bad. I started taking B12, and after about a month have almost totally stopped my antidepressants. | M | 56 | 7 years | 7/24/2008 | 5 | GERD | None | Works well for me. Had two endoscopic exams over the 7+ years both normal esophagus/stomach. | F | 49 | 7 years | 9/7/2009 | 4 | GERD | Recently started getting hip pain and back pain. Not sure where to go next, will start trying other medicines. With out Aciphex the acid pain is very bad, unable to get relief with Tums or Pepto nothing else works. | M | 47 | 7 years 30mg 1X day | 12/19/2010 | 3 | Gerd | in the 7 years that I have been taking aciphex it immediatly cured my acid reflux However steadly I have had skin rashes start to appear muscle cramps,spasms, weakness in the legs | I quit taking aciphex on this Monday and after 4 days I am starting to feel somewhat better (now taking Prilosec) | M | 56 | 7 years | 11/2/2007 | 1 | I have acute gastritis | Muscle spasms, muscle breakdown, joint pain, headaches, anxiety, dehydration, heart palpitations. | I take 60 mg.of aciphex per day. At first it worked like a miracle, but now after 7 years, I have so many side effect and through many attempts of coming off of the drug I feel terrible everyday. This medicine helps one medical problem, but creates a dozen other problems. It is easy for the Doctors to say switch to Prilosec or Nexium or Zantax, which I have tried, but it is not any easy thing to do. You are hooked for life. If anyone has any advice on how to wean yourself off of this nasty medicine, I am open for suggestions. | M | 58 | 7 years | 8/8/2008 | 5 | GERD | This drug is underrated..I've taken every PPI and over the counter reflux med and Aciplex is the only one that helps me. I have had trouble getting insurance to cover it in the past but there is a generic now so I am happy I can take it again. Love it, if you have trouble getting relief for your reflux, definitely ask to give this one a try for a few weeks. It's good. | M | 39 | 8 years 20 MG 1X day | 12/26/2014 | 5 | GERD | Mostly None. Only mild headaches that last for more than a day at a time. | I've tried pretty much everything out there for acid reflux and GERD. This stuff works. (I always take it at about the same time every morning.) | F | 31 | 8 years 20 mg 1X day | 9/17/2010 | 5 | Acid Reflux | No side effects | I found I can only take Aciphex. Generic brands do not work. Insurance is more expensive, but worth it since I take it everyday. | F | 49 | 8 years | 10/25/2004 | 4 | acid reflux,ulcer | I had no side effects - tolerated well from day one. However, I had occasional breakthrough when I didn't take it in a.m. on empty stomache routinely or when I drank wine late at night. Been taking for many years and have experienced the following which may or may not be related to aciphex: adult acne, chronic diarrhea, palpitations, polyps, sudden weight gain/bloating and my lifelong migraines have worsened and are more frequent. Have been diagnosed with osteoporosis and anemia recently and suddenly. Read where it causes palpitations, polyps and bone loss. Some symptoms could also be related to menopause but I think it's the aciphex. | I have done some research and have discovered this medicine was not intended for long-term use. I have had 2 surgeries to remove polyps and I'm fighting bone loss, anemia and chronic diarrhea which indicates to me absorption problems. I've always suspected this drug but trying to get off it is a misery now --- incredible heartburn. I have read that raw apple cider vinegar and digestive enzymes can help you get of the meds. I'm going cold turkey first of the year. | F | 56 | 8 years | 12/27/2006 | 3 | acid reflux | bloating, anxiety | I dont like the side effects, but it helps with gerd and the acid reflux. For those who are new using it, check online for coupons, I have gotten this for free for years with the coupons. | F | 45 | 8 years 30mg 1X day | 8/20/2010 | 3 | severe acid reflux from opiates | Totally stopped the symptoms, no noticeable side effects at first. BUT...see comments. | Over the long term, I lost about half my hair; and I have to supplement a number of vitamins and calcium, because Aciphex blocks absorption. Then my insurance stopped covering it; and since nothing else works for me at this point, I began paying for it myself. Without insurance, it's $365 for 30 pills and it keeps going up. Even worse -- after all these years of doctors telling me I had to take it to prevent throat cancer, the New York Times just published an article about a study showing that PPI medication may CAUSE throat cancer. The problem is, once you're on it, your body adjusts; and it's very difficult (impossible?) to get off. Meanwhile, it's become less effective over time. I now have reflux even after taking it. My doctor tells me to double the dose. No way! It's a slippery slope. My advice would be DON'T START. | F | 67 | 8 years 10-20 1X day | 6/3/2013 | 5 | GERD, Barrett's | None | After taking Aciphex since 2009 my Insurance Company recently asked me to change to a generic (omeprazole). It caused me to have diarrhea, so Dr. switched me back to Aciphex. Have not experienced reflux or noticed any side effects when taking Aciphex. It's like a miracle. | F | 79 | 9 years 20 mg 1X day | 7/17/2010 | 5 | Hiatal Hernia/Gerd/Esophigitis | None noticed | I have been on this so long and have been able to eat any and everything. Only recently I've decided to find an alternative as I don't like what I've read about long time use of PPI's. I am going to try for every other day until I can get in to see the doctor (first available appt. is over 2 mos. away). This medicine has been a life-saver. And yes, every month I hear from the ins. co. about switching to a cheaper drug. I tried it once for 3 days. If a drug helps me, I'm sticking with it. | F | 58 | 10 years 20 1X day | 8/19/2010 | 5 | GERD | No known side effects. | I've been taking this med for many years. It's worked great. I've had to stop taking it a couple of times becuase of insurance coverage issues, but whenever I could I would get back on it. It's been great! | M | 34 | 10 years 20MG 1X day | 4/14/2010 | 5 | Gerd | No side effects at the present time. When I first started taking I would get headaches. It has been wonderful for my acid reflux | LOVE IT! | F | 50 | 10 years 1X day | 7/25/2011 | 5 | GERD | Hair loss and weight gain | helped the acid reflux totally | F | 55 | 10 years 20 1X day | 1/31/2012 | 4 | Barest esophagus | Itching which starts around 4.m. After taking it first thing in morning | 62 | 10 years 20 | 3/16/2013 | 4 | Acid Reflux | Where do I start??? | I have been on and off Aciphex for such a long time. I was put on it after having a scope done and they found a little sore in my esophagus. I never really had reflux much before taking this drug. When I have attempted to stop taking it I end up miserable!! I am going through this now. The Dr. didn't ok my refill because of the holiday I guess. I have been off completely now for 3 days. I have so much acid, basically can't eat because EVERYTHING is making it worse. I have had diarrhea, cramping. My left leg and foot plus my left arm and hand feels tingly. I have a dizzy head and slight headache. After searching for help online I stumbled on this posting. OMG! I am realizing that after reading all the posts that others have had horrible side effects. I am shocked! I have had irregular heartbeats for years. My previously thick hair is now thin. My skin is always dry, my nails are brittle. I am always tired and feel like I have the flu. I have been to the Dr. with these symptoms for years. Never find a thing. Could it really be this drug??? I don't think he has ever considered the side effects of this drug and especially being on it for so long. I had one Dr. tell me I would have to be on it the rest of my life. Just like a diabetic has to be on a life long med. I just don't know how I will be able to get over these terrible withdrawal symptoms. But I can not go back on this medicine!! I am going back to the Dr. this week and give him the link to this website. Praying you all can | F | 61 | 10 years 20 MG 1X day | 12/1/2013 | 3 | GERD | OK... this really seems to help w gerd, BUT I'm 53 and have been diagnosed w SEVERE osteoporosis! Scary! Realize now that aciphex probably prevented my body from absorbing minerals.nutrients and etc. TAKE siberian pine nut oil to help you when you are off this drug! I have been taking 1/2 tsp before every meal, and so far so good. I am going to try going without it! | F | 53 | 10 years 20mg 1X day | 1/12/2012 | 5 | Reflux disease ( Gerd) | None | Severe heartburn with dysphagia ( food sticking in my throat) put me on this excellent medication. The 20mg is a tiny time released tablet I can swallow ( which is rare) but there is a 5 and 10 mg pack you can sprinkle on food which Implan to ask for soon....why? Once My GERD was under control ( about 2 years) I,told my doc I,was concerned about long term side effects, so my doc Told me To take it for 3 days on and three days off to see how that worked. That controlled my reflux well but I find I take for 3 days and often forget to restart until I get acid symptoms. Mild dysphagia is back so I'm sure doc will tell me to take 20 mg daily. Once reflux is again under control, I plan to ask for,the reduced 10 mg sprinkle capsule dose ( can be opened and sprinkled on food). After six months I will ask for 5 mg and see if daily use keeps my symptoms under control. For me,this is a great medication!!! | F | 52 | 12 years 20 mg 1X day | 10/13/2017 |