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Esomeprazole Magnesium
Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a damaged esophagus, and conditions that cause your stomach to make too much acid, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Also treats and prevents stomach ulcers. This medicine is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
Gastric Acid Secretion Inhibitor, Gastrointestinal Agent
Delayed Release Capsule, Packet
By mouth
Nexium is a medication used to treat problems with the stomach ulcers and acid reflux. Nexium belongs to a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. The drug decreases the amount of acid your stomach makes. Nexium is a brand name for the drug esomeprazole. Nexium was first introduced in 2001, and the drug is now available over the counter. In the treatment of stomach ulcers and acid reflux, Nexium use is common.
Delayed Release Capsule
Packet
Capsule Delayed Release 20MG
Capsule Delayed Release 40MG
Packet 10MG
Packet 20MG
Packet 40MG
NexIUM
30 capsules delayed release bottle
NexIUM
60 capsules delayed release bottle
NexIUM
90 capsules delayed release bottle
NexIUM
20mg capsule delayed release
NexIUM
40mg capsule delayed release
NexIUM
10mg packet
NexIUM
2.5mg packet
NexIUM
20mg packet
NexIUM
40mg packet
NexIUM
5mg packet
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Take all of the medicine in your prescription, even if you feel better after a few days.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Take this medicine at least 1 hour before a meal.
Delayed-release capsule: Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush or chew it.If you cannot swallow the capsule, you may mix its contents into 1 tablespoon of applesauce. Stir the mixture well and swallow it right away. Do not chew. Throw away any remaining mixture.
Packets: 2.5- or 5-milligram (mg) packet: Mix with 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters [mL]) of water and stir well.10-, 20-, or 40-mg packet: Mix with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of water and stir well.Let the mixture thicken for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir once more, and drink within 30 minutes. Add more water to any leftover medicine and drink it right away.
Feeding tube: Capsule contents: Open the capsule and pour the contents into a 60-mL catheter-tipped syringe. Pour 50 mL of water into the syringe. Do not use any other liquids or syringes.Place the syringe plunger back into the syringe and shake well for 15 seconds. Make sure no medicine is stuck in the tip of the syringe. Inject the medicine into the NG tube right away.Use water to rinse any leftover medicine through the tube.Packet contents: 2.5- or 5-mg packets: Add 5 mL (1 teaspoon) of water into a catheter-tipped syringe. Pour the 2.5- or 5-mg packet into the syringe, shake well right away, and let the medicine thicken for 2 to 3 minutes.10-, 20-, or 40-mg packets: Add 15 mL (1 tablespoon) of water into a catheter-tipped syringe. Pour the 10-, 20-, or 40-mg packet into the syringe, shake well right away, and let the medicine thicken for 2 to 3 minutes.Shake the thickened mixture once more, and inject the medicine into the tube within 30 minutes.Refill the syringe with the same amount of water that was used in the mixture (5 or 15 mL). Shake it gently, and inject it into the tube to rinse any leftover medicine through the tube.This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one. Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Take all of the medicine in your prescription, even if you feel better after a few days.
Delayed-release capsule: Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush or chew it.If you cannot swallow the capsule, you may mix its contents into 1 tablespoon of applesauce. Stir the mixture well and swallow it right away. Do not chew. Throw away any remaining mixture.
Packets: 2.5- or 5-milligram (mg) packet: Mix with 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters [mL]) of water and stir well.10-, 20-, or 40-mg packet: Mix with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of water and stir well.Let the mixture thicken for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir once more, and drink within 30 minutes. Add more water to any leftover medicine and drink it right away.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Feeding tube: Capsule contents: Open the capsule and pour the contents into a 60-mL catheter-tipped syringe. Pour 50 mL of water into the syringe. Do not use any other liquids or syringes.Place the syringe plunger back into the syringe and shake well for 15 seconds. Make sure no medicine is stuck in the tip of the syringe. Inject the medicine into the NG tube right away.Use water to rinse any leftover medicine through the tube.Packet contents: 2.5- or 5-mg packets: Add 5 mL (1 teaspoon) of water into a catheter-tipped syringe. Pour the 2.5- or 5-mg packet into the syringe, shake well right away, and let the medicine thicken for 2 to 3 minutes.10-, 20-, or 40-mg packets: Add 15 mL (1 tablespoon) of water into a catheter-tipped syringe. Pour the 10-, 20-, or 40-mg packet into the syringe, shake well right away, and let the medicine thicken for 2 to 3 minutes.Shake the thickened mixture once more, and inject the medicine into the tube within 30 minutes.Refill the syringe with the same amount of water that was used in the mixture (5 or 15 mL). Shake it gently, and inject it into the tube to rinse any leftover medicine through the tube.This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one. Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take this medicine at least 1 hour before a meal.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to esomeprazole or similar medicines.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, vitamin B12 deficiency, or osteoporosis.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemsIncreased risk of broken bones in the hip, wrist, or spine (more likely if used several times per day or longer than 1 year)LupusFundic gland polyps (abnormal growth in the upper part of your stomach)
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, bloody or black stools
Some medicines can affect how esomeprazole works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Atazanavir, cilostazol, diazepam, digoxin, erlotinib, ketoconazole, methotrexate, mycophenolate mofetil, nelfinavir, rifampin, saquinavir, St John's wort, tacrolimus, voriconazoleBlood thinner (including clopidogrel or warfarin)Diuretic (water pill)Iron supplements
This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemsBroken bones in the hip, wrist, or spineLow levels of vitamin B12 or magnesium in the blood
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Serious Side Effects
Severe diarrhea that does not go away
Fever, joint pain, swelling in your body, unusual weight gain, changes in how much or how often you urinate
Joint pain, rash on your cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun
Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, bloody or black stools
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Seizures, dizziness, muscle cramps, twitching
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild diarrhea, constipation, or gas
Headache
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