Re: Nexium--Acid Reflux/Protonix -- Acid Reflux to Suzy

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Suzy wrote:

>I was asking a friend at work what she was on since she suffers from ulcers,

and she stated that she takes Protonix. I just might ask for it myself, to

replace the Nexium.

Dear Suzy,

I've been taking Protonix for about six months now, not for acid reflux or

ulcers, but as a substitute for Prevacid or other antiacids needed to be taken

with my Viokase enzyme supplements. When I switched from enteric coated

enzyme supplements (Ultrase) to Viokase, my GI eventually put me on

Protonix. We had such a hard time with the insurance company getting

approvals for two of the other antiacids that my doctor prescribed that he

finally submitted and fought for the Protonix, instead. They turned the

request down twice, but finally relented.

I'm pleased with the results. I take one 40 mg. tab each morning before I eat,

and I've not had any acid problems since I started on them last spring.

Hope this helps.

With love, hope and prayers,

Heidi

Heidi H. Griffeth

South Carolina

SC & SE Regional Rep., PAI

Note: All comments or advise are based on personal experience or opinion

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