Nexium Problems after Gastric Sleeve Surgery ?

[jenni_867 14]

I went to my doctor for a follow up, and I've had major acid reflux since being sleeved. He prescribed nexium 40's.... I've been trying to take them, but have been getting headaches and some "tummy" issues at night time. Anyone else have issues with nexium? Should I take it at a certain time to avoid side effects? I have Zantac too, but have been maxing out on them. I'm worried about developing kidney stones if I take to many tums or Zantac. Any advice on nexium would really help! Thanks!

[FishingNurse 1,210]

The best time to take a PPI is first thing in the a.m. On an empty stomach about 30 mins before Breakfast. What kind of tummy issues are you talking about?

[SKCUNNINGHAM 298]

I take Famotadine (Pepcid) first thing in the AM and Prilosec at night, right before bed. No problems taking it that way.

[Shae 44]

On of the side effects of Nexium is headache, another is upset stomach. Both go away after about 3 to 4 days of taking it. I take 40's also and have for years but when I was taken off it in the hospital and started taking it again a week or two later, I went through the headache and upset stomach again. It passes and then when the Nexium starts working, you will swear by it. I know I do...

Shae

[Indymom 132]

I don't know about Nexium, but my doc switched me to Dexilant in the morning and an OTC Zantac at night. I'm doing well with both (was originally taking 20 mg omeprazole twice a day and that wasn't doing squat).

[jenni_867 14]

I hear you on the omeprezole. Didn't do squat for me either. Thanks for the tips! I'll try taking it tomorrow morning and see how it goes.