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What Makes Prevacid Different Than Other Antacid Tablets Such As Alka-seltzer?

I was just wondering why I should buy prevacid. What makes it stand out? what is an added feature that makes prevacid better than something like alka-seltzer or rolaids?

Prevacid?!?!!?

I’ve just gotten a script for Prevacid. It’s the solutab variety that dissolves on your tongue. The only time i can take it on an empty stomach is in the morning, but i have to take other meds at that time, too? How long after it dissolves, can i take a sip of water to down my other meds?

    My stomach hurts all the time. What could it be?

    Ive been to my doctor 6 times in 3 months and there is still no answer. Everytime i eat, my stomach hurts in the left upper quadrant and I get nauseous and dizzy, My doctor says it could be IBS and he also gave me prevacid, but nothing works. I cant eat without feeling sick then going to the bathroom less than 3 hours after eating. Can someone help me understand what this could be and what to bring up to my doctor? I thought it could be my gallbladder or pancreas, he even tested me for helicobacter pylori, but alas nothing.Please help?!

    Is prevacid safe to take during pregnancy?

    I work in a small dr’s office.. one of the half brained nurses gave me prevacid the other day for my heartburn. I guess I should trust her but just wanted other opinions!

    What is prevacid????

    prevacid or lansoprazole, is used to treat acid reflux and ulcers. usually once people start taking this or anything similar, like prilosec(omeprazole), they continue for rest of their life. some studies have shown that prevacid can actually “undo”some of the effects of the acid on the esophagus. coffee, pop,basically caffiene are two of the greatest triggers of acid reflux.

    Anyone every had problem(s) or success with Prevacid? If you had a problem, please briefly describe it. Tx.?

    hey there, i am a pharma rep. I havent sold that particular drug but it is a good one. I have taken it before. It is great for ulcers and bad acid reflux or heart burn. it is a strong drug, but little to no serious side effects that you should worry about. talk to your doctor if you are worried. oh, and here in canada it is the most expensive drug in its class. There are just effective…. and cheeper drugs avail.hope that helps

    How does Prevacid work?

    My daughter is taking it.

    3 psychiatrists have a different diagnoze on me, schizoaffective, schizophreniform and schizophrenia. who’s ri

    How do I know who is right? some weird symptoms that I have i noticed is that when I turn on the lights and head upstairs I feel someone is following me. Another symptom I have is that I am suicidal someday and someday i’m doing excellent. Another symptom that I have is that I think god is controlling my thoughts. Please let me know how i’m doing. By the way I take risperdal-consta injection, seroquel, lithobid (lithium), ativan and prevacid. thank you very much 10 points for the best answer.

    What is a good, natural, effective way to get rid of heartburn?

    I have acid reflux. I used to take Prevacid for it, but it doesn’t work anymore. But I still have heartburn. What can I do to get rid of it?

    Anyone have any suggestions for a 6month old with gerd and severe food allergies. On Elecare already?

    My son has been in the hospital 10 times. He takes prevacid (adult does). The doctors seem not to be helping. He is not gaining weight, very grouchy, will not sleep, throws up a lot!!!!!