Question 1

prilosec for 6 months and hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) for 8. experiencing muscle pain and just tired all the time. could this be the low potassium cause by rx.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Unlikely but possible. A simple potassium blood test will settle the issue.

Question 2

can prilosec cause muscle spasms?

Accepted Answer

Probably not, but...: ...it can cause "Muscle weakness, myalgia, muscle cramps, joint pain, leg pain" per Reference: http://www.rxlist.com/prilosec-side-effects-drug-center.htm

Question 3

prilosec for about a year. think it caused magnesium deficiency(i have muscle cramps). ive heard mag deficiency can cause heart issues. get tested?

Accepted Answer

If you: Stopped taking the Prilosec can recheck your magnesium level in a week to 2 weeks. Will expect a return to normal. Diuretics can also reduce your magnesium level

Question 4

was switched from prilosec to nexium (esomeprazole).  started having muscle cramps in legs and heartburn symptoms return within  two days.  can the nexium (esomeprazole) be cause?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: because both meds work in very similar way, so side effects are also similar.  Ask your doctor to look for other causes of your symptoms.

Question 5

i take 40mg prilosec a day for acid reflux. i was given 10mg valium in iv at hospital for muscle cramps. i read there is an interaction between the two medications. when can i resume taking prilosec?

Accepted Answer

: The medications interaction increases Valium levels. How does to relate to your situation, requires more details. Are you still taking IV valium, When did not last take it? Valium stays in the body for a long time, up to 20 days., compared to many other medications. You are asking a good question that requires more details to answer.

Question 6

i take prilosec 40mg daily ( last dose on thursday at 8:30). i was given a single dose of 5mg valium through iv at hospital for muscle cramp on friday at 1pm. read they interact. when can i resume taking prilosec?

Accepted Answer

: There is a risk of interaction between the above mentioned drugs where Prilosec can increase the concentration of diazepam or valium. Given the way they were administered you probably can resume taking your Prilosec next day providing no other new drugs. Check with your doc as well to make sure all details are accounted for.

Question 7

taking prilosec and carafate (sucralfate) for gerd. took them and woke up with intense burning in upper body. sore today, sore muscles as well.  can it all be gerd?

Accepted Answer

Can be NERD: Many times this problem is due to visceral hypersensitivity.
We developed a program called SEEDS to mange this type of problem.
Please check our website at "The Gut Solution" for helpful hints.

Question 8

new to gerd. my neck muscles tighten and my voice hurts to talk at times.  common? on prilosec bid. also back of tongue hurts.

Accepted Answer

Atypical: Gastroesophageal reflux disease typically causes heartburn and regurgitation. It also can be associated with difficulty swallowing, sensation food is stuck in throat, and bloating. Atypical symptoms include horse voice, abdominal pain, worsening of asthma symptoms, recurrent pneumonia, and symptoms like you're such as a tightening of the neck muscles. See your doctor to find out more. May need referral to a gastroenterologist or surgeon with experience and antireflux procedures.

Question 9

cause of recurring muscle pain?

Accepted Answer

Where is the pain: Location, location  important in medicine.  Do the muscles also hurt  when touched? Which muscles? What  makes them worse? What  makes them better? What do they prevent you from doing? Are you on medications that can cause this  pain like a statin.

Question 10

why does lamectal cause muscle pain?

Accepted Answer

?lamictal: Lamictal or lamotrigine is a very valuable drug for epilepsy and psychiatric applications, and typically has rather few adverse effects other than an occasional risk of a severe skin reaction in sensitive folks.  It would be very unusual that Lamictal would promote muscle pain.  Look for another cause.

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Prilosec for 6 months and hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) for 8. experiencing muscle pain and just tired all the time. could this be the low potassium cause by rx.

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Can prilosec cause muscle spasms?

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Prilosec for about a year. think it caused magnesium deficiency(i have muscle cramps). ive heard mag deficiency can cause heart issues. get tested?

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Was switched from prilosec to nexium (esomeprazole). started having muscle cramps in legs and heartburn symptoms return within two days. can the nexium (esomeprazole) be cause?

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I take 40mg prilosec a day for acid reflux. i was given 10mg valium in iv at hospital for muscle cramps. i read there is an interaction between the two medications. when can i resume taking prilosec?

A member asked:

I take prilosec 40mg daily ( last dose on thursday at 8:30). i was given a single dose of 5mg valium through iv at hospital for muscle cramp on friday at 1pm. read they interact. when can i resume taking prilosec?

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Taking prilosec and carafate (sucralfate) for gerd. took them and woke up with intense burning in upper body. sore today, sore muscles as well. can it all be gerd?

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New to gerd. my neck muscles tighten and my voice hurts to talk at times. common? on prilosec bid. also back of tongue hurts.

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Cause of recurring muscle pain?

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Why does lamectal cause muscle pain?

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