Nexium

Generic Nexium or Esomeprazole is used to treat conditions in which there is too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat duodenal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This is a condition in which the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus. It also reduces the chance of gastric ulcers in patients who use a group of medicines called NSAIDs and who may be at greater risk (i.e., patients 60 years of age or older or patients who have a history of gastric ulcers). Sometimes Eomeprazole is used along with antibiotics to treat ulcers associated with infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria (germ).

ou are taking the capsule form of this medicine: Take esomeprazole at least one hour before a meal.

Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the capsule. If you cannot swallow the capsule whole, you may open it and sprinkle the granules contained in the capsule on one tablespoonful of applesauce or yogurt and swallow it immediately; or you may mix the granules in some tap water or fruit juice and drink it immediately. The applesauce should not be hot, and the juices you may use include apple or orange juice. Do not chew or crush the granules.

Take this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. Also, keep your appointments with your doctor for check-ups so that your doctor will be better able to tell you when to stop taking this medicine.

Follow the doctor's instructions for switching from the injectable form of esomeprazole to the capsule form.

Along with its needed effects, it may also cause some unwanted Nexium Side Effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Blistering, peeling, loosening of skin
Bloating
Chills
Cough
Darkened urine
Difficulty swallowing
Dizziness
Fast heartbeat
Fever
Hives
Indigestion
Itching
Joint or muscle pain
Loss of appetite
Pains in stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips or tongue
Red irritated eyes
Red skin lesions, often with a purple center
Shortness of breath
Skin rash
Sore throat
Sores
Ulcers or white spots in mouth or on lips
Tightness in chest
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Vomiting
Wheezing
Yellow eyes or skin

Contact Posion Center or Dial 911

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Generic Nexium or Esomeprazole is in a capsule form, usually consumed at least one hour before a meal. Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the capsule. If you cannot swallow the capsule whole, you may open it and sprinkle the granules contained in the capsule on one tablespoonful of applesauce or yogurt and swallow it immediately. You can even mix the granules in some tap water or fruit juice before drinking. The applesauce should not be hot, and the juices you may use include apple or orange juice. Do not chew or crush the granules.

Take this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. Also, keep your appointments with your doctor for check-ups so that your doctor will be better able to tell you when to stop taking this medicine.

Follow the doctor's instructions for switching from the injectable form of Esomeprazole to the capsule form.

Nexium Medicine should be stored in the following ways:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Keep away from heat and direct light.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.