NEXIUM

Nexium (Esomeprazole) is a prescription medication that treats. GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease), ulcers, and other stomach acid-related problems. It’s a proton pump inhibitor, which is a type of medication. headache and nausea are two common Nexium adverse effects. Nexium has serious negative effects such as kidney damage and bone fractures.

 Facts

• Nexium, also known as Esomeprazole, is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
• It decreases stomach acid production and alleviates the symptoms of gastrointestinal reflux.
• Headache, nausea, and flatulence are common side effects, as also an increased risk of hip fracture.
• It has the potential to impair nutritional absorption.
• Some people may be utilizing a PPI when they don’t need it.

Warnings

• Nexium has a link to kidney issues. If you’re urinating less than normal or have blood in your urine, call your doctor.
• Diarrhea could show the onset of a new infection. If you develop watery or bloody diarrhea, see your doctor right away.
• Nexium may exacerbate or develop new lupus symptoms. If you develop joint discomfort and a skin rash on your face or arms that gets worse in the sun, contact your doctor.

Side effects 

If you have any significant side effects, such as symptoms of a: 

• Low magnesium blood level (such as extremely fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.
• Chronic muscle spasms.
• Seizures).
• Or evidence of lupus.
• Contact your doctor straight once such as a rash on the nose.
• And cheeks.
• New or worsening joint pain.

Due to a bug called C. difficile, this medicine may induce severe intestinal disease in certain people. This condition can develop during treatment or weeks or months after it has ended. If you have: 

• Persistent diarrhea.
• Abdomen or stomach pain/cramping.
• Fever.
• Or blood/mucus in your stool.
• Call your doctor immediately once.

This medicine seldom causes a severe allergic reaction. However, if you detect any symptoms of a major allergic response, such as a:

• Rash.
• Itching/swelling (particularly of the face/tongue/throat).
• Extreme dizziness.
• Difficulties breathing.
• Or evidence of kidney issues.
• Seek medical attention right once (such as a change in the amount of urine).

Before you start taking any medication, make sure you have everything you need

• If you are allergic to esomeprazole or comparable drugs like lansoprazole (Prevacid).
• Omeprazole (Prilosec.
• Zegerid).
• Pantoprazole (Protonix).
• Or rabeprazole.
• You should not take Nexium (Aciphex).
• Heartburn might be mistaken for the early signs of a heart attack. If you experience chest pain that has moved to your jaw or shoulder and you are frightened or light-headed.
• Get emergency medical attention.
• If you’ve ever had respiratory or renal difficulties, you shouldn’t use this medicine.
• When you take a proton pump inhibitor for a long time or more than once a day, you may be more prone to break a bone in your hip, wrist, or spine. Consult your doctor about measures to keep your bones in good shape.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, see your doctor before using this medication.

The best way to take Nexium

• Use Nexium as instructed on the label or as your doctor prescribes.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water (8 ounces).
• At least one hour before a meal, Nexium should take.
• A delayed-release capsule should not crush or chew. You can open the capsule and sprinkle the drug into a spoonful of pudding or applesauce to make swallowing easier. Without chewing, swallow immediately. The combination should not save for later use.
• A nasogastric (NG) feeding tube can use to administer the capsule. Any instructions for use that came with your medicine should be read and followed. If you don’t understand something, go to your doctor or pharmacist.
• Use Nexium exactly as directed on the label or as directed by your doctor.
• Each dose should be taken with a full glass of water (8 ounces).
• Nexium should be taken at least one hour before a meal.
• Crushing or chewing a delayed-release capsule is not recommended. To make swallowing simpler, open the capsule and sprinkle the medicine into a spoonful of pudding or applesauce. Swallow immediately without chewing. It’s not a good idea to save the combination for subsequent use.
• The capsule can be given by a nasogastric (NG) feeding tube. Any usage instructions that come with your medicine should be carefully read and followed. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Dosage 

Dosage for  Adults 

• Adults should take 20 mg or 40 mg NEXIUM I.V. once a day for up to 10 days through intravenous injection (over at least 3 minutes) or intravenous infusion (10 minutes to 30 minutes).
• Patients under the age of 18.
• The dosage for pediatric patients is determined by their age and body weight, as stated in Table 1. For up to 10 days, give an intravenous infusion over 10 to 30 minutes once a day.

Precautions

If you are allergic to Nexium or related drugs (such as

• Lansoprazole
• Such as omeprazole.
•  If you have any other allergies, tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
• Inactive chemicals may be included in this product, causing allergic reactions or other issues.
• For further information, speak with your pharmacist.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist about your medical history, especially if you have liver disease or lupus, before using this drug.

Some symptoms could be warning indications of a more serious ailment. If you have

• Heartburn with lightheadedness
• Sweating.
• Dizziness.
• Chest and jaw or arm also shoulder pain (particularly with shortness of breath or unusual sweating).
• Such as unexplained weight loss.
• Seek medical care immediately once.

Furthermore, if you have any of the following indicators of a dangerous disease, or

seek medical attention right away before self-treating with this medication:

• Bloody vomit.
• Vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
• Bloody/black feces.
• Heartburn for more than 3 months.
• Regular chest discomfort.
• Frequent wheeze (particularly with heartburn).
• Nausea/vomiting.
• Stomach ache.

Tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you consume before surgery (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

The drug’s negative effects, including bone loss and fractures (see above) and C. difficile infection, may be more severe in older persons (see Side Effects section).

• Such as fever.
• Cough.
• And infections of the nose.
• Throat.

and airways in children may be particularly sensitive to the drug’s side effects.

This drug should only be taken if absolutely necessary during pregnancy. Talk to your doctor about the risks and rewards.

This medicine does not appear to pass through breast milk. Similar medications, on the other hand, can be found in breast milk. It is unknown what consequences a nursing infant would experience. Before breastfeeding, talk to your doctor.

Interactions

Drug interactions might alter the way your prescriptions operate or put you at risk of dangerous adverse effects. There aren’t all probable medication interactions included in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription and nonprescription medicines, as well as herbal supplements) and give it to your doctor and pharmacist. Without your doctor’s permission, you should not begin, stop, or modify the dosage of any medicines.

• Cilostazol.
• Clopidogrel.
• Methotrexate (particularly high-dose therapy).
• And rifampin is one of the drugs that may interact with this one.

Some products require stomach acid to be adequately absorbed by the body. Because esomeprazole reduces stomach acid, it may affect how effectively these medications perform. 

• Atazanavir.
• Erlotinib.
• Nelfinavir.
• Pazopanib.
• Rilpivirine.
• And certain azole antifungals (itraconazole.
• Ketoconazole.
• Posaconazole) are among the products affected.

Esomeprazole(Nexium) is a drug that works similarly to omeprazole. While taking esomeprazole, avoid taking any drugs that contain omeprazole.

This medicine may cause erroneous test results if it interferes with certain laboratory testing. Make sure your laboratory personnel and all of your doctors are aware that you are taking this medication.

Overdose

Contact your nearest hospital, if someone has overdosed and is experiencing serious symptoms such as passing out or having problems breathing. Otherwise, contact a poison control center as soon as possible. Overdosing can cause confusion, excessive perspiration, blurred vision, and an abnormally fast heartbeat.

Notes

• Do not give this medication to anybody else if your doctor has prescribed it for you.
• Laboratory and medical tests (such as a magnesium blood test, vitamin B-12 levels) may be performed frequently to evaluate your progress or check for adverse effects if your doctor prescribes this drug for a lengthy period of time. Maintain all medical and laboratory appointments as scheduled.

Missed dose

If you forget to take a dose, do so as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose. Take your next dose at the same time every day. To catch up, do not increase the dose.

Storage

Store away from moisture at room temperature. Keep out of the bathroom. All drugs should be kept out of reach of children and pets.

Unless otherwise directed, do not flush or pour drugs down the toilet or into a drain. When this product has expired or is no longer needed, properly dispose of it. Consult your pharmacist or a garbage removal firm in your area.

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