Drug Name: Nexium

What is NEXIUM?
Nexium is a gastrointestinal drug used to cure gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or heartburn, which is caused due to the acid production in the stomach. Nexium is also used to treat duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, zollinger-ellison syndrome and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid production. Nexium is also used for other conditions that are not mentioned here.

How to take NEXIUM doses?

• Before every dose of Nexium shake it well
• Every dose of Nexium should be taken with a full glass (8 ounces) of water
• Nexium should be taken at least one hour before a meal.
• Do not chew or crush Nexium tablets, swallow it. Nexium are specially formulated to release slowly in the body.
• If you find difficulty swallowing the Nexium capsules, one tablespoon of applesauce can be added to an empty bowl and the Nexium capsule can be opened, and the pellets inside the capsule carefully emptied onto the applesauce. The Nexium pellets should be mixed with the applesauce and then swallowed immediately.
• Complete the course of Nexium even you start feeling better.
• Elderly patients have to be more cautious while taking Nexium.

How NEXIUM is beneficial?
Nexium provides the great relief from the pain and discomfort caused by the gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) that can have a considerable impact on patients’ lives. It also give relief from the daily disturbances like uneasiness in work, sport and hobbies, anxiety, social activities, the ability to sleep and enabling patients to get on with their daily lives as normal.

What is the Dosage of NEXIUM?
Dosage of Nexium is 20 mg or 40 mg is recommended one capsule daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If infection does not get cured treatment of Nexium can be further extended for another 4 to 8 weeks. For maintenance of healing, the recommended dosage is Nexium 20 mg once daily.

If I overdose Nexium?
If you have taken overdose of Nexium immediately seek medical attention. Overdose of any medicine is not good for health as it can lead to serious consequences. But in case of Nexium it is not likely to occur. Symptoms that show you have overdose of Nexium include drowsiness shortness of breath, seizure, tremor and loss of coordination

If I miss a dose of Nexium?

• Try not to miss any dose of Nexium during the course, But if missed then take it as soon as you remember. If it is the time of your next dose by the time you remember, skip the missed dose of Nexium and continue your regular dosing of Nexium schedule. Do not double the dose until it is prescribed by doctor.
• Do I need to avoid anything while consuming NEXIUM?
• Avoid acidic beverages and eatables like coffee, acidic fruit and spicy foods in order to reduce acid reflux
• While getting treatment from Nexium avoid items or activities that you know are allergens for you if they make your symptoms worse.
• Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection in case Nexium is treating you
• Avoid high fat meals
• Don’t do overeating as it stimulate the stomach to secret more acids for digestion
• Avoid alcohol