Esomeprazole Gastro-resistant

Esomeprazole is sold under the brand name Nexium. The drug gives quick relief that lasts for a few hours to patients suffering from acid reflux and gastro issues. The medication protects the esophagus lining from acids and enzymes. Doctors also prescribe Esomeprazole to patients taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and H pylori drugs. It protects them from developing ulcers.

Price range: £39.00 through £44.00 Including tax

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Directions

Follow instructions and the guidance of your healthcare provider:

  • Take a capsule by mouth or mix with water.
  • Swallow Esomeprazole once a day at least 1 hour before a meal, at around the same time.
  • If you are taking the granules for oral suspension, you will need to mix them with water before use

Ingredients

Each Esomeprazole capsule contains 20 mg or 40 mg of Esomeprazole.

It includes the inactive ingredients crospovidone, hydroxypropyl cellulose, mannitol, methacrylic acid copolymer type C, sucrose, sugar spheres, talc.

Warnings

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Esomeprazole or any of its ingredients. Esomeprazole is unsuitable for you if you:

  • Have had a low level of magnesium or vitamin B-12 in your blood.
  • Have osteoporosis or liver disease.
  • Are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  • Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking Esomeprazole if you are 70 years of age or older.