If all PPIs work the same why does my doctor think trying a different brand will work?

Question:

I was on Nexium which didn't work, why would changing to aciphex work any better?

Answers:
There are slight variations in the drugs, and sometimes some work better than others. For example, go to the pharmacy and look at all the allergy meds. Allavert and Claratin have the exact same ingredients, but only Claratin has a generic. Same goes for Sudafed and couple others just like it. It seems like you are well informed about your prescritptions, if you do research and find something else that you think may work better or has different side effects, tell the doctor. I know that my doctor actually appriciates (most of the time lol) when I know what I'm talking about, it helps her out becasue obviously her interaction with me is limited. Hope it works out for you!

Dear,
All PPI work in the same manner and all have the same efficacy and power.
and the variation according clinical results associated with each brand is in-significant.
Believe me that doctor will shift the medication only to satisfy pharmaceutical companies.
your doctor has to inform you that PPI should be given for 8 weeks before shifting.

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