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    Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
    4/2/2012 11:09:28 AM

    Reviewer: Molly, 19-24 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 4

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    After reading all the reviews on this site i was very skeptical about this treatment. But my labs came back positive for the bacteria and i def. wanted to get rid of it. I have been on the treatment for a week now, and the first couple of days I felt very nauseous after taking the morning portion. I also had a horrible taste in my mouth that would almost make me gag and it would also wake me up in ... Show Full Comment

    Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
    10/6/2011 7:34:58 AM

    Reviewer: hello, 55-64 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 4

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 4

    Comment:
    Day 7.. seem to feel better along with normal BMs for a change. No ill side effects except poor taste in mouth at night.

    Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
    9/23/2011 4:58:50 PM

    Reviewer: Chrislieu, 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 5

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 1

    Comment:
    I was given this medication over 7 years ago, it cured my ulcers and h. pylori infection. But, 2 years ago I started to feel ill and had constant sinus infections & horrible fatigue. The fatigue caused depression, anxiety, etc. I recently went to a dr. and found out I had candidiasis from prolonged antacid use. Be careful to not become reliant on the antacid, I was told I only needed it for 2 ... Show Full Comment

    Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
    9/2/2011 12:55:53 AM

    Reviewer: easyrider14165@aol.com, 65-74 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 2

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 4

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 4

    Comment:
    cannot have a bowel movement

    Condition: Ulcer of Duodenum caused by Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori
    8/22/2011 4:14:17 PM

    Reviewer: Director12, 45-54 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

    Effectiveness

    Current Rating: 5

    Ease of Use

    Current Rating: 5

    Satisfaction

    Current Rating: 5

    Comment:
    Sorry to hear that many people have problems taking this drug. It is intense but liveable. Every DRUG is not for everybody. I think, however it's unfair to rate this drug on Day 1 or 5 of use. I agree it does leave a bad taste in your mouth but I have not experienced other symptoms. It has worked for me because I have dealt with an Ulcer and Heartburn for years.

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