I was on Nexium for 8 years and it cured my heartburn but there are severe side effects. Over 2 years ago, I started developing muscle weakness and numbness in my feet and legs. I work out, so this really baffled me. I went to several doctors and had several tests. No one could find a solution. I started doing research on my own and found out this is one of the side effects of Nexium, also it has been known to cause osteoarthrithis in women. There is only a small percentage of risk of these side effects, but since over 115 million prescriptions are sold annually, a small percentage is not so small. Do your homework on this drug! I have stopped taking it and take zantac before bed and eat healthy and guess what no problems. Side effects are going away. Just be careful!
Last edited on Oct 03, 2009