Nexium Tablet Used For What

Esomeprazole

Esomeprazole, sold under the brand name Nexium among others,[2] is a medication which reduces stomach acid.[9] It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.[9][10] Effectiveness is similar to other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).[11] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[9] Common side effects include headache, constipation,...

Esomeprazole Sodium

Esomeprazole, sold under the brand name Nexium among others,[2] is a medication which reduces stomach acid.[9] It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.[9][10] Effectiveness is similar to other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).[11] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[9] Common side effects include headache, constipation,...

What side effect(s) do you get when using nexium? ## The only one I've experienced after about 1 week is I can't stop eating. Never been a big eater, now I'm always hungry. ## I never had any side effects. I was on it for 4 yrs. I still need it desperately, but can't afford it even w/ medicaid discount. ## Isn't there something else you could use that's no so expensive? ## PS: Vega, Ur the one that got me thinking of the baking soda, when U wrote on Fri, 6/24/05 if there might be something else to use that's not so expensive... Thank You Vega. U got my head out of the medicine cabinet...U All Have A Blessed Life... ## I have been on Nexium 40 mg. daily for 2 years. No side effects or problems have I experenced. I have read that long term use may cause stomoch...

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Esomeprazole Magnesium

Esomeprazole, sold under the brand name Nexium among others,[2] is a medication which reduces stomach acid.[9] It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.[9][10] Effectiveness is similar to other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).[11] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[9] Common side effects include headache, constipation,...

I wouldn't even consider getting off of Nexium. I hadn't heard the stomach thing. Are you sure that's true? Gerd can cause esophageal cancer so don't know which is worse. I have esophageal spasms and the pain mimmicks a heart attack. Ended up in the ER twice thinking I was surely dying. I don't think I would get off ## What is the stomach thing you are talking about. I just started taking Nexium. I have terrible chest pains. I have gastritis, esophagitis, and inflammation in the duodemun. Will Nexium get rid of all of this. Thank you, Patty ## I have the same same diagnosisies: Nexium did not work for me--caused the gas to move quickly to my bowels. I am using Georg's Aloe Vera, Probiotics (not enough I guess). II also have a rectal ring in the sigmoid collon. An...

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I've been on nexium fro 2 years. I wanted to know if Sensa would interact with this presciption? ## Hi ShayShay, Seeing as Sensa isn't a medication, it shouldn't have any reactions with Nexium. I did some research and I can't find any information stating that it's unsafe to take them together. I hope this helps ## Thanks Jenna, I was just making sure! Sometimes you may never know!

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I am from South-Africa and a breast cancer survivor. Was on Nexium tabs and it did not helped me all the time acid reflux and abdominal pain. I also got a sliding hiatal hernia. From 10/11/2014 on Altosec 20mg ..No more heart burn,no reflux sliding hiatal hernia is better. Side effects none!!! ## Hello, Princess! How are you? I'm very glad that this medication has helped you. Altosec is listed as containing the active ingredient Omeprazole, which is a proton pump inhibitor, it helps reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am on Cymgen and Nexium, and experience extreme tiredness and sleepiness ........... any comments? ## Are you aware of the side effects associated with each medication? Esomeprazole (Nexium) lists "excessive tiredness" as a serious side effect that should be addressed by your doctor as soon as possible. Cymgen (Generic Cymbalta) also listed "tired feeling" and "drowsiness" as common side effects. It's difficult to say which medication is doing it more than the other (if not equally), but none the less, I'd recommend contacting your doctor to get a better evaluation of what's going on and how you should effectively handle it. It may be that you need to change medications to something less harsh on your system. I hope this helps! ## Thank you David, i...

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I have been taking Nexium for some time. It does not really work will Altosec be of more benefit to me ## Hello, Karl! How are you? They are both in the same drug class, so no, it might no the Altosec may not work better for you. What are you trying to treat? Having this information would make it easier to help you. ## Thanks for your mail. I am fine thanks The Nexium tablets I take are for reflux. If I dont take these tablets for a day or so I really suffer. Is there something that I can take that does not require a prescriltion.

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The medication is a blue delayed release capsule. It has markings on it that appear to be an AP intertwined. It has the number 60 a little beneath the AP. ## I have barrette eshogus, and also acid reflux, have been on nexium since it hit the market. Two months ago Dr . Switched me to 60 mg dexilant , worked great for reflux, then I could not stop diarhea lasted 11 days! Called dr. Said it was side effect , put me back to nexium 40 mg twice daily! Anyone have any other rx's that really work! ## my eleven year old daughter has been on dexilant for a year now.medicaid stopped covering it so they put her on nexium and amitiza .really nervous with what i am reading with side effects .amitiza keeps stating for women 18 years and over nexium states diarrea and sleepiness .should i insist o...

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only nexium will work for him, he is on Medicare ## Hello, Fred! How are you? Nexium is actually manufactured by AstraZeneca and they have some excellent patient assistance programs, including some for those on Medicare with low-incomes and coverage problems. You can call them for more information at 1-800-292-6363, Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm Eastern. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am taking nexium daily. I have found it necessary due to my rheumatoid arthritis drugs causing terrible acid reflux. It works for its purpose well, however I have found it has put about 30 to 40 pounds of weight on me since the start of the daily routine. If anyone else has suffered this fate i would hope you would comment under this thread. I feel the weight gain is much more common than the "rare" connotation that is associated in side effect listings. ## Hello, Mick! How are you? Yes, I have to agree with you. Most medications in this class do cause weight gain more frequently than that which is listed in the FDA side effect reports. However, there is also a chance that your other medications could also be contributing. What else do you take?

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I need to register to get my card for discount ## Please register me for the discount card for the nexium and give me the numbers needed for the Pharmacy ## I'm sorry, this site does not manufacture any products, this is an information only website, for all prescription medications. To apply for any type of discount program, you would need to visit the manufacturer's website and follow their process to apply. There is a discount program for Nexium, it is called the Purple Plus program. You can find information and apply for it here: PurplePlusProgram Are there any questions or comments?

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Can you advise what category this falls in , is this a morphine based medication ? ## Hi Gareth, The only pill I've found that matches this description is a foreign version of Nexium, possibly from Taiwan. From what I can gather this pill contains (40 mg) of the active ingredient Esomeprazole. Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (brand name Nexium) which reduces acid secretion through inhibition of the H+ / K+ ATPase in gastric parietal cells. By inhibiting the functioning of this transporter, the drug prevents formation of gastric acid. It is used in the treatment of dyspepsia, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD/GERD) and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Esomeprazole is the S-enantiomer of omeprazole (brand name Prilosec/Losec). Generic versions of Eso...

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I am using Nexiam 40 g for 10 days now. No more heartburn but I still have a hollow feeling on my stomach and now also uncomfortable feeling over my chest. ## It is kind of hard for me to guess as exactly what you mean by these descriptions. Are you speaking of chest pain? Stomach pain or something else? Common side effects can include: nausea, gas, diarrhea and abdominal pain. You can read more here: Have you spoken to your doctor about your concerns? ## I made an appointment to see my doctor on Friday. It is not really chest pains that I'm having, more like an anxiety feeling and also heart palpitation. This started after the 3rd or 4th day of taking the tablets.

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PURPLE,CAPSULE,40MGS ## Please send me the size of the capsule for nexium 20mg and 40mg. ## I can't find the prescise measurements, however, there is a picture of the 40mgs capsules on this page: Nexium contains the active ingredient Esomeprazole, it is used to treat conditions such as GERD and heartburn. Common side effects may include: nausea, headache, gas and abdominal pain. Did you have any other questions?

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I just took my first Nexium pill before bed last night. This morning I have horrible diarrhea. I know diarrhea is a side effect. Does anyone else have experience with this? How long did it last? ## Hello, Naomi! How are you? Most side effects are transient and usually go away with time, as your body gets used to the medication, but it may take 3 or 4 weeks. I generally found it only to last a week, or so, for me, when I was taking it. The FDA lists other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Have successfully used dexilant. for gerd. (60 mg) Due to cost, doctor said I could try Nexium. Concerned about dosage equivalent. Are three 20 mg. of Nexium same as 60 mg. Dexilant? ## Hello, Teri! How are you doing? Actually, there is a Dexilant Advantage program to help people with the cost, it helps you save money and only pay up to $20 per prescription. You can find the information on it at their website Dexilant.com click here. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been given a prescription of Nexium for a gerd/reflux issue. However, since I've been taking it, it seems like my arthritis ( mainly in my hands ) has been hurting more and getting worse. Is arthritis inflammation or joint soreness a side effect of Nexium? ## Have you been taking any other vitamins or medications with the Nexium? Although joint pain is not specifically listed as a side-effect (headaches are possible though), I am wondering if there are any drug interactions going on here. You can also read more about this medication at: Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do... ## Re: Nexium side effects reply from Roy. I am not on any other medication, however, I do take Vitamin C ( 2000 mg ), and Vitamin D ( 1000 IU ) daily. ## I a...

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I have GERD, suffer terribly bad. I've been cut off medicaid & I have not a cent to my name. My Dr. prescribed Nexium for me for about 2 yrs. now. I haven't had Nexium for about a year & suffer daily w/ GERD. Sometimes if my family has any extra change someone will buy me over the counter anti-acids for me which I'm very grateful. This morning I sit here hurting sooo bad, then I remembered the old Baking Soda in the spice cabinet. It's not Nexium, but it helps... ## Hope vega is out there today,2 see that any help & advise is useful.I do Thank God... 4 this Drug disscution board,We all need each other from time 2 time,without puting ourselves out there 2 be contacted if we don't want 2...again GOD BLESS... ## You are very right about baking soda. I am in ...

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