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i take prevacid for my gerd, can this cause atrial fibrillation


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620923 tn?1452915648

  Hi and welcome to the GERD forum.

Those with Chiari tend to have more issues with this med then those that do not....

Chiari itself has many related conditions which can cause heart palps etc...and it may not be the med....

I hope u join us on the Chiari forum - http://www.medhelp.org/forums/show/257?camp=msc
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8633880 tn?1399069224
I know when I used to take it, it caused my heart rate to go up. I read on a site  it can cause heart problems along with nexium.
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620923 tn?1452915648
What side effects can this medication cause?

Lansoprazole may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

stomach pain

constipation

diarrhea

nausea

headache

dizziness

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

rash

blistering or peeling skin

hives

swelling of the eyes, face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat

difficulty breathing or swallowing

hoarseness
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