Improve your Gastric Health with Nexium

Introduction to NexiumrnNexium, containing an active ingredient esomeprazole, treats various disorders such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and gastroesophageal-reflux-disease sparked due to excess quantity of acids produced in the stomach. Nexium is also used for treating erosive esophagitis, which is the condition triggered due to the damage to the esophagus. Nexium also effectively treats gastric ulcers caused due to microorganisms called H. Pylori (Helicobacter Pylori) or due to the prolonged use of NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). rnHow Nexium WorksrnAcid production in stomach is a naturally occurring process that aids for digestion. However in disorders like GERD, these acids travel back into the esophagus or food pipe and causes pain and heartburn. It also triggers inflammation and irritation of food pipe, called as reflux esophagitis. Esomeprazole, an active ingredient in Nexium tablets controls acid production in stomach, reducing the chances of acid travel to food pipe. It also treats reflux esophagitis by stopping acid flow backwards into the esophagus, thus allowing the esophagus to heal. Not just this, Nexium (esomeprazole) also finds other uses such as treating peptic ulcers, which are the ulcers in the upper intestine. Nexium can be combined with antibiotics for effectively curing the side effects of diclofenac, which is a medication used to treat arthritis. rnHow to Take NexiumrnUsually, Nexium is prescribed to be taken for 1-2 months only. Your physician may recommend a second course if he/she feels you need additional dosage to heal completely. Take Nexium the way your doctor has recommended you to. Do not alter the dose unless instructed by your doctor to do so and do not take for the duration longer or shorter than recommended. You should take Nexium with 8 ounces (a full glass) of water, 1 hour before meal. To make swallowing the tablet easier, open the delayed-release capsule and sprinkle the contents onto an applesauce or pudding tablespoon and swallow this mixture. For those who are using a nasogastric tube, open the capsule and take the contents in a 60 ml syringe. Insert a plunger into the syringe and shake well. Attach the NG tube with the syringe and empty the syringe into the tube. Flush with water to wash down the contents. rnNexium Side Effects and InteractionsrnNexium has some side effects like any other medicines. However, not all people who take Nexium experience these and usually these are not bothersome. Watch out for the side effects given below which are common: • Dry mouthrn• Headachern• Drowsinessrn• NausearnRarely, a person may experience some serious side effects associated with low magnesium which are given below. If you spot any of these, inform the doctor right away. • Uneven heart beatsrn• Convulsionsrn• Confusionrn• Jerking muscle movementsrnThis list is not exhaustive. Consult the doctor for a complete list of side effects. There are certain medications that may interact with Nexium. Some of these include: • Coumadin (warfarin) • Platal (cilostazol) • Valium (diazepam) • Invirase (Saquinavir)rnThe above list is also not complete. Talk to your doctor for the complete listing of medicines that may interact with Nexium.rnNexium PrecautionsrnYou should take certain precautions while taking Nexium. Follow the precautions listed below: • Inform your physician if you are allergic to Nexium or any other medication and if you have any medical history. • Share with your doctor, the list of medications such as any herbal, prescription or over-the-counter medications that you may be taking while you are going through a Nexium treatment. In case you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding while taking Nexium, you should inform your health care provider.rnThis is how you can improve your gastro health with Nexium.