Generic Nexium

The generic name of the medication is esomeprazole and it is presupposed for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and any other illnesses connected with the excessive amount of acid in the stomach (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by reducing excessive acid. It can be taken either alone or combined with antibiotics.

The therapy presupposes that you complete the course and not terminate the medication administration even if you start to feel better. The therapy usually lasts for 4-8 weeks. Wash the pills down with water and consume it whole without any transformation. In case you left out a dose do not try to make up for it taking two at once. Be cautious combining Nexium with other medicines (i.e. clopidogrel, digoxin, diazepam, ketoconazole, HIV or AIDS medications, iron or warfarin) and better consult the doctor on this account.

Hypersensitivity reaction to esomeprazole or to any other benzimidazole medication, illness of liver can serve as contraindications to the usage of the medication. Pregnant and breast-feeding women are recommended to consult a doctor before taking the medication.

Adverse effects mild or more severe can be evoked while using the medication in some patients. Should you have sighs of overdose or intolerance reaction apply for medical aid at once.