DEXILANT Reviews (DEXLANSOPRAZOLE)

Average Rating: 2.4 (144 Ratings)

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DEXILANT  (DEXLANSOPRAZOLE):  Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).   FDA Approval Date: 2009-01-30 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 3  chronic acid reflux It has worked great for acid reflux but after taking it for a year, I'm over 50 years old and have osteoporosis. It has effected my B12 levels (low) and made my osteoporosis worse. Now we are checking my magnesium levels. My liver is fine. I am having cramping, nausea, constipation and diarrhea. After doing research these are all side effects of dexilant. Dexilant is the only drug that has worked for my acid reflux. Not sure what to do now. It a while for insurance to approve this drug. My doctor doesn't usually prescripe it. F 56 2 years
30 mg 2X day
6/29/2015
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 5  ulcer I am having constipation; as well as some tearing and blood. I have gained weight too, thats exactly what I was looking for to see if anyone else had. F 49 3 months
60mg
5/28/2015
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 4  GERD Dexilant took my heartburn away. I have gained a lot of weight but I don't know if that has anything to do with the med. One side effect I was searching to see if anyone else had, is frequent bowel movements that just rip through me. They are solid and large, prolific. I even get some tearing and bleeding of the rectum. It worries me a bit. It is not such a bad thing but it can't be normal. I am staying on it to save my esophagus. I also have a mediciney odour emanating from my skin and a aftertaste but that's meds. I remain grateful for the relief but I wish I could find other reports of unusually vigorous and massive bm. Am i the only one?! M 42 10 months
60 MG
5/4/2015
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 1  Gerd Migraines, muscle weakness, joint pains, agitation ,weight gain ,dizziness Major Fatigue , bloating , itchy skin I absolutely hate this medication I stated in October it worked fine, however I noticed horrible side effects after 5 months , Migraines , muscle weakness , foggy headed , weight gain edema , itchy skin feels like bugs crawling , not to mention 60 mg daily has now stopped working , getting off this drug today!!!! F 53 7 months
60 ng 1X day
4/24/2015
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 1  GERD/Hernia After being diagnosed with GERD because of a possible unconfirmed yet bacteria and hernia. I was given this sample of Dexilant. (I had prior taken Nexium for acid reflux in my throat before my endoscopy. I took the 14 day otc course of it and it was not worth the side effects that were similar to what I dealt with on Dexilant) Immediately after taking this i experienced within one hour shortness of breath, slight dizziness, and feeling faint. Throughout the day I would feel uneasy, itchy, and indigestion although just like the nexium it help relieve a little acid and I could eat a bit more but felt easily full because of the indegestion :(. The most scary thing is that. Around the midnight mark of that same day i felt severe allergy/asthma symptons. I do have seasonal allergies that can meke me feel like this but not this extreme and escalate so fast. I was fine then BAM extreme sneezing, wheezing, chest tightness, itchy eyes, and extremmmme stuffy nose. I got so scared I would ummm never again...no PPIs for me... alkaline diet, herbs & research for me! F 26 1 days
60mg 1X day
4/18/2015
 1  gastritis Been using dexilant for a week am starting to feel ok but suddenly i had bloating and too much gas in my stomach it hurts and got bad diarrhea.... and lose my appetite and had terrible headache. F 37 7 days
60mg
4/2/2015
 1  acid reflux Pain in rib cage getting worse over time. Dr.could not find reason for pain . began to subside when quit dexilant . also weight gain . I do not recommend . toxic over time .i changed my diet . no fried food . pepcid ac . safe for bones . Dexilant works but only use briefly . find alternative . TOXIC ! F 55 5 years
60 then 30
3/13/2015
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 3  Heartburn Increased anxiety and trouble sleeping. Dry mouth. Poor sexual performance immediately noticeable and persistent. I think this drug is too strong for my relatively moderate heartburn. Solved heartburn immediately though. M 24 1 weeks
60
2/23/2015
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 5  GERD and Damaged Esophagus. Anxiety (nothing too bad), stomach pain/cramps, still much better than what I was experiencing without it. Occasional trouble sleeping. I tried several other medicines before going to 40mg of Omeprazole and that didn't completely alleviate my symptoms, my doctor gave me dexilant samples and they worked great, with my insurance and a discount card the dexilant is actually cheaper than OTC medicine that doesn't even work as well! M 18 1 months
60mg
2/9/2015
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 5  severe GERD, bloating, gas None This drug has allowed me to eat normally with minimal GERD for the first time in many years. I have a connective tissue disease (overlap syndrome) and have some stricture of my esophagus. I was underweight before taking the drug because of all my symptoms. I have since gained several pounds and feel better than ever. I am very thankful that this drug exists because I did not have good results with any other drug on the market. F 53 3 years
60 mg 1X day
2/1/2015
 2  Erosive Esophagitis An insidious headache lasting all day, slight nausea and a depressed mood. This drug caused me to feel markedly depressed. It did improve my condition, but with all the symptoms, at least those I personally experienced, I could not continue taking this drug, and would be guarded to recommend it to anyone.. M 36 1 days
60
1/27/2015
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 2   Just not better F 62 5 days
60mg
1/17/2015
 1  Gerd Severe stomach pain , bloating , gas , diarrhea , muscle cramping and weakness, dizzy spells and chest discomfort. I have been on this med for over a year and in the last six months have been feeling so tired with numerous health complaints and been to the doctor but fail to get any satisfying answers. Believe thus drug is making me worse and will no longer take it. F 67 1 days
60 mg
1/10/2015
 3  Non erosive reflux Severe diarrhea, watery stool headache Been using dexilant for a month am starting to feel ok but suddenly i had this bloating and too much gas in my stomach it hurts and got bad diarrhea.... And the fever makes me weak and lose my appetite... I feel hopeless.... Today im gonna see my doc hope hell make this go away.... M 32 1 days
60 mg
11/21/2014
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 1  gerd Everything was great at the beginning with Dexilant then sinus drainage, mouth so sore it felt like I had been chewing glass. THEN....the severe diarrhea for 3 wks now. My drs dont have a clue but after reading these ratings Im stopping it today. trying the vinegar F 49 2 months
60mg 1X day
11/16/2014
 1  Gerd Severe nausea, Severe abdominal pain/stomach pain, RUQ pain, pain in right shoulder blade, depression, anxiety, constipation, shooting chest pain up right breast. I would not recommend the drug. The side effects put me in the hospital for 3 days. When we asked the Dr's if the dexilant could be causing these side effects they all said no. Listen to your body and always get a second opinion! F 41 2 months
60mg
11/3/2014
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 1  acid reflex Within a half hour of taking Dexilant my throat started to close and I broke out in patchy red blotches,it was so bad I had to call 911. I wish I read up on it before I put it in my mouth, allergic reactions are common, be careful! F 30 1 days
60mg
10/24/2014
 2  GERD Rash, itching, depression, anxiety, trouble sleeping It worked great for the GERD but the side effects were terrible. My family thought I was having a nervous breakdown. First two days were fine but next five were hell. F 70 7 days
60 1X day
10/5/2014
 1  Acid Reflux Small welts all over body with INTENSE itching all over. It is like I rolled in poison ivy or was covered in bed bugs (never have been but this is what I imagine that would feel like) - Took some Benadryl and it helped for awhile. Have been off now for 24 hours and still itchy Unless it keeps you alive - I would NOT use it. M 48 3 days
60 mg 1X day
9/22/2014
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 2  GERD Painful lip swelling and rash, facial flushing, discomfort, inability to even have contact with any alcoholic beverage. If a drop touched my lips from a glass my face instantly flushed and swelled and was very painful for hours. F 43 2 years
9/13/2014

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