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I have acid reflux & i've been taking prilosec for 3 weeks. recently i've had headaches, a feeling of something caught in throat and jaw pain.thoughts?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Possible side effect: Prilosec can cause abdominal bloating/gassy pain as well as headaches as a side effect. Sometimes just switching to a different medicine like Prevacid or Nexium (esomeprazole) can help since other meds may not give you the same side effects. You should stop the medicine for a few days to see if symptoms get better first, then check with your doctor.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Possibly TMJ: Sometimes things are coincidental . Sounds like clenching/ bruxism (night grinding). A dentist will help you sort it out.

Answered 8/3/2015

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