Neksium 20 Mg

Description Of Neksium 20 Mg

Neksium 20 MG Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor used in the treatment of stomach ulcers, Gastroesophageal reflux disease and other acidity related disorders. It decreases the acid produced in the stomach and also helps in the healing of ulcers.

Neksium 20 Mg Chemical Name

Esomeprazole

Neksium 20 Mg Manufacturer

AstraZeneca

Uses of Neksium 20 Mg

• Erosive Esophagitis
• Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
• Helicobacter pylori Infection
• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

What is Neksium 20 Mg?

Neksium Tablet is used for Gastric ulcers, Peptic ulcer, Stomach ulcers, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Tumors in the pancreas, Helicobacter pylori infection, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other conditions. Neksium medicine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicament guide.

Neksium Tablet works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

How Neksium 20 Mg working

Neksium 20 mg Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the belly which helps in relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

How is Neksium 20 Mg used?

• Gastric ulcers
• Peptic ulcer
• Stomach ulcers
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Tumors in the pancreas

Neksium 20 Mg Indications

Take Neksium 20 MG Tablet as instructed by the doctor. This tablet should be taken an hour before food. An adequate amount of water should be consumed with this tablet.

Dosage

Take the missed dose as soon as you memorize. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose should be skipped.

Contact your health care physician immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms may include confusion, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, and headache

Contraindication

• Clopidogrel
• Ketoconazole
• Methotrexate
• Warfarin
• Nelfinavir

Adverse effects

• Flatulence
• Stomach pain
• Skin rash
• Irregular heartbeat
• Severe diarrhea
• Fever

Precautions And Warnings

Before using Neksium Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products, allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions. Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the tablet. Take as directed by your health care physician or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Consult a doctor if you have malignancy, hepatic impairment or community-acquired pneumonia

• Lactation
• May increase risk of lupus
• May increase risk of osteoporosis
• Monitor for signs and symptoms of bleeding

Storage

You should keep your Neksium 20mg Tablet in their packs until use and store below 30°C in a cool dry place.