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Nexium
Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat
heartburn, or gastroesophageal reflux. It may be used in combination with
two antibiotics to treat Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and duodenal
ulcers. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
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Nexium Information
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General Information
This database does not contain every known side effect, adverse effect,
or drug interaction. If you have questions about your medicines, talk to
your health care provider. This information is for educational purposes
only.
How Drug Works
Nexium works by decreasing the amount acid made by your stomach.
How Taken
Esomeprazole is available in a delayed-release capsule and should be
swallowed whole, not crushed, or chewed. The best time to take Nexium is
at least 1 hour before a meal. If you cannot swallow the capsule, add one
tablespoon of cool, soft applesauce to an empty bowl, open one esomeprazole
capsule, and carefully sprinkle the pellets onto the applesauce. Mix the
pellets with the applesauce and swallow the entire tablespoon immediately.
Do not chew the pellets in the applesauce and do not save the pellets and
applesauce for another dose.
Possible Side Effects
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
stomach pain constipation dry mouth change in taste headache diarrhea upset
stomach gas
Warnings/Precautions
If your symptoms do not improve, or get worse, while taking Nexium,
call your doctor. Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to
esomeprazole, omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), or any other
drugs. Tell your doctor if you have ever had liver disease. Do NOT stop
taking esomeprazole without talking to your doctor.
Overdose
For emergencies, seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies,
contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially iron supplements or vitamins that
contain iron, ketoconazole (Nizoral), digoxin (Lanoxin), and herbal products.
Missed Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do
not double doses.
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture
(not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no
longer needed. Keep Nexium in the container it came in, tightly closed,
and out of reach of children.
Pregnancy/Nursing
There have not been well-controlled studies using esomeprazole during
pregnancy. Use only if clearly needed and if the benefit outweighs any potential
risk. For nursing mothers, it is likely that esomeprazole is excreted in
breast milk, so caution should be used in deciding whether to discontinue
the drug or the breast-feeding.
More Information
Nutrient depletions with Nexium include Vitamin B-12, so ask your doctor
about possible supplementation. Some foods and beverages can make your symptoms
worse. Your doctor can tell you which foods you should avoid or eat only
in small quantities.
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