I had knee surgery about 11 days ago, and have been having major pain problems. I didn't take the NSAIDS after the surgery, because of my GERD. But about 4 days ago, I realized I HAD to take the NSAIDS, so I got a prescription for Aciphex, so I could take the Aleve. But since I've started it, my leg muscles have gotten even stiffer and I have cramping alot. This could be from my knee exercises, but the really bad spasms and cramps have started since the day I started the aciphex. Have any of you on Aciphex (or other PPIs), ever noticed an increase in muscle cramps? I think I'd rather forget the Aciphex and Aleve, if it's going to make the situation this much worse. Thanks.
Cathy, I read your story on the FMS board. There are so many side effects with the PPI's it isn't funny. I've had terrible edema especially in my hands and feet/legs that is very painful. I have had constipation and blurred vision with Nexium.
I was thinking about calling the doctor to try Protonix, but I have heard some things about hair loss and withdrawal symptoms and I just don't know what to do.
I think the only way you are going to know if the Aciphex is causing the side effects would be to stop taking it for a bit with the Aleve and see if you don't feel better.
I used to be just on Pepcid AC 20 mg. 2 x a day and was okay, but since January is when I got the chest pains.
I hope you will feel better soon. I hope you can continue to get the stronger pain meds.
Hugs, Faye
Hypothyroidism (1958), Diabetes type 2 (1976), Hypercholesterolemia (1989), Gastroparesis (1990), FMS (1995), and GERD (2006).
I'm sorry to hear that you're having so many problems with the PPIs. I actually did stop the aciphex after 4 days (which cost $175!), and I'm still having all this leg cramping, so I guess it wasn't that. I was actually hoping it was, so I could get rid of these cramps! If it's not one thing, it's another! Good luck to you!
Good luck to you!