This medicine 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
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Nexium®
How
NEXIUM® Works
Each acid-producing cell contains millions of acid pumps.
NEXIUM works by decreasing the acid produced by these acid
pumps. As you can see in this drawing, NEXIUM turns off (deactivates)
some of the pumps to keep acid production under control. By
reducing acid production in the stomach, NEXIUM reduces the
chance of acid backing up into the esophagus and causing reflux
symptoms.
How
do I take NEXIUM®?
Your healthcare professional will tell you how and when to
take NEXIUM. NEXIUM is available as a capsule, which comes
in different dosage strengths. Your healthcare professional
will prescribe the dose that is right for you.
Taking
NEXIUM should be part of your usual routine so that you do
not forget to take it. NEXIUM capsules should be taken before
meals and swallowed whole (the capsules should never be chewed
or crushed). If you have a hard time swallowing capsules,
you can empty a capsule into a tablespoon of applesauce. The
applesauce should be eaten right away and never stored for
later use. The pellets should not be chewed or crushed.
Do not
use NEXIUM to treat any other medical conditions unless instructed
by your healthcare professional. Never share NEXIUM with anyone
else - it has been prescribed for you!
What
should I do if I forget to take a dose of NEXIUM®?
If you miss a dose, continue taking Nexium as directed and
consult with your healthcare professional.
Are
there any side effects caused by NEXIUM®?
NEXIUM can cause side effects. Some of these side effects
are minor and usually do not require you to stop taking the
medicine. Others may be more serious.
The most
common side effects are:
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal
Pains
Other
serious stomach conditions may still exist. For a complete
listing of all the side effects that have been reported with
the use of NEXIUM, ask your healthcare professional to talk
to you about the full important product information about
Nexium.
How
should I store NEXIUM®?
Keep NEXIUM out of the reach of children and always replace
the bottle cap after use. Leave NEXIUM in the original package
and protect the medicine from sunlight and moisture. Store
NEXIUM at room temperature (between 59°F and 86°F
or between 15°C and 30°C). |
