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| Prescription Nexium Drug Information |
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Nexium Uses? |
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Nexium stops the acid pumps of the stomach from working. It is used to treat acid reflux disease. |
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Nexium Directions? |
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The directions for Nexium should be carefully followed. Take each dose an hour before your meal. The tablet should be swallowed whole and not crushed or broken. Those who have a hard time swallowing pills can open the capsule and combine the contents with a spoonful of applesauce. Make sure to swallow the applesauce all at once and without chewing. Any remaining applesauce mixture should be discarded. If your physician has also prescribed antacids for you, you may take them with Nexium. |
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Nexium Side Effects? |
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Nexium users report occasional mild side effects when you just begin taking the medication. You may experience diarrhea, constipation, headache, or coughing. You can talk to your doctor if any of these effects become bothersome. Serious side effects require immediate medical attention and may include severe pain in the chest, throat, or stomach, or coffee-ground vomit. If you feel that you are having an allergic reaction to Nexium, you should also get medical attention. These symptoms include difficulty breathing, itching, swelling, or dizziness. |
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Nexium Warnings? |
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If you want to take Nexium, discuss all medications with your doctor and don't begin any new products without first clearing it with your primary care physician. Those who have had an allergic reaction to Prilosec should never take Nexium. If you are currently breastfeeding, you should not take Nexium, since it's unknown whether the medication is passed in breast milk. If you are planning to become pregnant or are currently pregnant, discuss the risks and benefits of Nexium therapy with your doctor. |
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Nexium Drug Interactions? |
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Before taking Nexium, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps); itraconazole (Sporanox) or ketoconazole (Nizoral); or iron (Feosol, Mol-Iron, Fergon, Femiron, others). You may not be able to take Nexium, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any of the medicines listed above. |
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Nexium Missed Dose? |
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Take Nexium according to your dosing schedule. If you forget take it at your regularly scheduled time, take it when you remember, unless it is almost time for your next dose. Do not double dose.
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Nexium Storage? |
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Nexium should be stored at room temperature and out of sunlight and moisture. All medications should be kept away from children. |
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Anything Else I Should Know About Nexium? |
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If your stomach produces too much acid, Nexium can help reduce the amount it makes. Overproduction of stomach acid can cause problems such as ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and heartburn, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). |
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NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.
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