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05-31-2009, 01:40 PM
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Gender: Female State: Nevada | |  Nexium
So I didn't come home with enough Nexium for the next three months. Vegaslady graciously volunteered to pick up some when she is down there. I will run out before then though.
Questions for my medial gurus out there:
What does the mup in the Nexium stand for? Can't I get my PCP here to just prescribe it for me?
I was taking Protonix prior to the surgery. Is that crushable? Would that work as well as the Nexium and therefore can be substituted? My insurance is paying for the Protonix. |
05-31-2009, 05:11 PM
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Gender: undisclosed City: USA State: USA | | Re: Nexium
MUP means the nexium dissolves in water. Yes, you can take Protonix and yes, you can crush it. The only pills that can't be crushed are ones that say LA (long acting), ER (extended release), and pills that are enteric coated (like some aspirins) because they dissolve in the small intestine, NOT the stomach.
If you do get the Nexium in Mexico, ask for the 40 mg mups and break them in half. Dr. Aceves prescribes 20 mg a day for 3 months. Buying the larger dose is cheaper and you get double the amount for a few dollars more. If your Protonix is covered, don't bother with the Nexium.
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Highest Wt 440 lbs
Banded on 3/30/06 (351 lbs) in U.S. (11 cm VG Inamed Band, 11 fills in 2.5 yrs)
Never felt restriction and developed SEVERE ACID REFLUX
4/1/09 Revision from Band to VSG in Mexico
VSG Starting weight 285/Goal 130? |
05-31-2009, 05:14 PM
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Gender: Female City: Las Vegas State: NV | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by Elisabethsew  MUP means the nexium dissolves in water. Yes, you can take Protonix and yes, you can crush it. The only pills that can't be crushed are ones that say LA (long acting), ER (extended release), and pills that are enteric coated (like some aspirins) because they dissolve in the small intestine, NOT the stomach.
If you do get the Nexium in Mexico, ask for the 40 mg mups and break them in half. Dr. Aceves prescribes 20 mg a day for 3 months. Buying the larger dose is cheaper and you get double the amount for a few dollars more. If your Protonix is covered, don't bother with the Nexium. | Thanks for that tidbit of information, I'll remember that when I purchase mine (and Rosebud2 if she decides she still wants me to get it)
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05-31-2009, 05:16 PM
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Gender: Female State: Nevada | | Re: Nexium
Thank you so much. When I run out of the Nexium I'll just switch to the Protonix as it is fully covered under my insurance plan. |
05-31-2009, 09:42 PM
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Gender: Female City: Northern State: CA | | Re: Nexium
You can also use prilosec OTC. That's what I use.
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06-01-2009, 10:34 PM
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Gender: Female City: Right here State: Arizona | | Re: Nexium
I use Prilosec and get it in Mexico. It's $9.00 for 120 capsules, or a 4 month supply for most people.
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06-02-2009, 09:35 PM
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Gender: Female City: toon town State: saskatchewan | | Re: Nexium
what does it cost in mexico for the nexium?
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06-02-2009, 09:55 PM
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Gender: Female City: Right here State: Arizona | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by oh2bthinagain what does it cost in mexico for the nexium? | I *think* it is about $50/month, quite a bit cheaper than in the US.
Elisabeth? Is this correct? I don't use it so I'm not 100% sure. I do know that it is cheaper to buy the 40mg strength and use 1/2 tablet daily for the 20mg dose.
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06-03-2009, 12:23 AM
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Gender: Female City: Las Vegas State: NV | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by WASaBubbleButt I *think* it is about $50/month, quite a bit cheaper than in the US.
Elisabeth? Is this correct? I don't use it so I'm not 100% sure. I do know that it is cheaper to buy the 40mg strength and use 1/2 tablet daily for the 20mg dose. | I appreciate the hint -- I'll remember that when I get down there (I hope) ... how long do you need to use the MUPs Nexxium? I have the caplets ... will I be able to take them at some point?
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06-03-2009, 08:42 AM
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Gender: undisclosed City: USA State: USA | | Re: Nexium
I bought a 2 month supply of 40 mg Nexium and I think it was @ $100. Once you go to a regular diet, you can take the pill whole. Dr. Aceves gives you a 2 week supply so you'll need to buy 2 additional weeks worth.
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Highest Wt 440 lbs
Banded on 3/30/06 (351 lbs) in U.S. (11 cm VG Inamed Band, 11 fills in 2.5 yrs)
Never felt restriction and developed SEVERE ACID REFLUX
4/1/09 Revision from Band to VSG in Mexico
VSG Starting weight 285/Goal 130? |
06-04-2009, 01:53 PM
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Gender: Female City: Arlington State: Tx | | Re: Nexium
WOW ok if I sent you some mulah could you pick some up for me the next time you are there? That is really cheap compared to Texas!
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06-04-2009, 07:03 PM
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Gender: Female City: Right here State: Arizona | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by techgurl1988 WOW ok if I sent you some mulah could you pick some up for me the next time you are there? That is really cheap compared to Texas! | Are you writing to me? If so, I'd be happy to but I don't really have any plans on going there. Really, the only time I go now is when a friend is going for a band fill and I don't see that in the near future either. |
06-04-2009, 09:12 PM
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Gender: Female City: Las Vegas State: NV | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by techgurl1988 WOW ok if I sent you some mulah could you pick some up for me the next time you are there? That is really cheap compared to Texas! | I was going to ask who you were talking too...I will be going down there on the 10th if you want me to pick you up some ... and IF there isn't a limit to what you can purchase and/or bring back across the border. WASa any idea?
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06-04-2009, 09:33 PM
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Gender: Female City: Right here State: Arizona | | Re: Nexium
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Originally Posted by vegasangel1958 I was going to ask who you were talking too...I will be going down there on the 10th if you want me to pick you up some ... and IF there isn't a limit to what you can purchase and/or bring back across the border. WASa any idea? | Supposedly there is a 90 day supply limit on non narcotics. But if you take 8 a day you can get 12 bottles. ;o)
They've never said anything to me about it and I bring it back all the time. Last time I was there I picked up some for me and my friends. I bought about 10 bottles. Nobody said a word. They really care about narcotics, illegal drugs, Cuban cigars, and food products.
Buy as much as you want.
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06-05-2009, 12:58 AM
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Gender: Female City: Brisbane State: Qld | | Re: Nexium
I thought mine were expensive, $23 for a months supply! I'll stop complaining!
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