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1651157 tn?1302383870

should I cont. taking the med

A yr. ago I was prescriped Dexilant 60mg. everytime the script runs out I just get a refill. BUT now I hear I should of stopped usng it like 6-8 months ago. So do I cont. using it or not??? I had my esophogas enlarged that is why I was prescriped it.
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1651157 tn?1302383870
Thank you for the replies ,puts my mind alittle more at ease. O and about the esophogus enlarging..Nope it dont hurt you are asleep and even when you wake up it is like you just took a nap. :) Thx again for the come backs
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I agree talk to your doctor.  I myself have been on Dexilant 60 mg for over a year.  I do worry at times of the long use of taking these meds, but I have severe esophagus conditions and without it the problem would only get worse.  They have talked of enlarging my esophagus, does that hurt?  I have been hesitant of getting that done just the thought makes me queasy.  But for yourself, I would go and see your doctor about your concerns, or he or she can tell you what is best for you in the medication department.
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1623704 tn?1300452745
You need to talk to your doctor about your concerns. I have been using Dexilant for a year now. If you had to get your esophogas streched, then sounds like you need to stay on it, or use something else. I have been on acid reflux meds for about 15 years. I hope this helped!
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