Nexium online

Generic name:

esomeprazole (ee so MEP ra zol)

Drug class:

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).

Brand names:

Nexium

Manufacturer:

AstraZeneca

Item info:

NEXIUM (esomeprazole magnesium) is a prescription drug that inhibits gastric acid secretion in your stomach. It aids in the treatment and relief of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or frequent heartburn).

NEXIUM also reduces the risk of gastric ulcer, and treatment of patients with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections, duodenal ulcer disease, and the long-term treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

NEXIUM is available in delayed-release capsules and delayed-release oral suspension. You can buy NEXIUM online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.

Contraindications:

Do not take NEXIUM without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation: (active) esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate; (inactive) glyceryl monostreate 40-55, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer type C, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate.

Do not take NEXIUM without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Esomeprazole is in the FDA pregnancy category B, which means that it is not expected to harm an unborn baby, or whether it has adverse reactions to nursing infants.

The existence of these conditions may require your doctor to prohibit, make a dosage adjustment or call for special monitoring while taking NEXIUM.

Interactions:

Do not take NEXIUM (esomeprazole) without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.

NEXIUM may also interact with any of the following medicines:

• Digoxin
• Itraconazole or ketoconazole
• Iron

Antacids may be used while taking NEXIUM.

Side effects:

Clinical studies show that NEXIUM is well tolerated by the body. Less than one percent of users have reported adverse side effects that may possibly relate to NEXIUM.

Other, less serious side effects may likely to occur:

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea, flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation
• Dry mouth

If you develop allergic-type reactions, stop taking NEXIUM and seek immediate medical attention.

Side effects other than those identified here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.

Dosage:

Take NEXIUM exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Frequency and dosage varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.

NEXIUM should be taken at least one hour before a meal.

Swallow the capsule whole.

For patients with difficulty swallowing, NEXIUM capsule can be opened and the granules inside can be mixed with one tablespoon of applesauce. The applesauce should not be hot and should be soft enough to be swallowed without chewing. Granules should not be chewed or crushed. This mixture should not be stored for later use.

Immediately seek emergency medical attention if you think you may have taken too much NEXIUM or may have overdosed.

Do not stop taking NEXIUM even if you begin to feel better. Symptoms may improve before the condition is fully treated.

Storage:

Store NEXIUM at 25°C (77°F), or between 15-30°C (59-86°F). Protect from moisture.

More information:

http://www.purplepill.com/

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