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Rosebud2    26

Rosebud2
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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.

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Elisabethsew    50

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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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Malaika    50

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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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Rosebud2    26

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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.

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MacMadame    81

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You can also use prilosec OTC. That's what I use.

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WASaBubbleButt    41

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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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Malaika    50

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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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Elisabethsew    50

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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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techgurl1988    0

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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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WASaBubbleButt    41

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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.

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Malaika    50

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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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WASaBubbleButt    41

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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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*Lib*    5

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I thought mine were expensive, $23 for a months supply! I'll stop complaining!

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