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GERD (Acid Reflux) (Expert Forum)
Nexium vs. Aciphex
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
This forum is for questions and support regarding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) / Acid Reflux with topics including: Causes, Constipation, Diagnosis, Diarrhea, Drugs and OTC medications, Living with GERD, Loss of Appetite, Preventing Flare-ups, Research, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Support, Surgery, Tests, Treatments.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Jan 15, 2009 01:41AM
, Jan 15, 2009 01:41AM
Hi,
Nexium contains Esomeprazole and Aciphex constains Rabeprazole.
Both are equally effective.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Nexium contains Esomeprazole and Aciphex constains Rabeprazole.
Both are equally effective.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Member Comments (4)
by KimShun, Jan 15, 2009 06:52AM
To: psuehar
My husband was originally on Aciphex, but placed on Nexium after our insurance stopped covering aciphex and he was miserable. Aciphex has always worked so much better for him. Finally, after a year of misery he's back on aciphex and so much happier. I hope it works as well for you.
by psuehar, Jan 15, 2009 08:07AM
To: KimShun
Thanks for your help. Knowing someone takes Aciphex and it works, especially after trying Nexium, really makes me feel more confident in trying Aciphex. I started on Aciphex last night and am on my 2nd tablet today. Hope it works for me too. And hope it continues to work for your husband as well. Have a nice day.
by JDRoss19, Jan 15, 2009 08:09AM
To: Psuehar
I think it really depends on the person. I've tried Prilosec, Nexium and Aciphex, all for extensive periods of time. My # 1 all-time fave is Nexium, and Aciphex is also very effective. Prilosec doesn't seem to work as well. Just my experience.
