Heartburn
There's no one to blame for the pain from acid reflux, but a lot of people in the US are suffering from it. It can make it difficult to get or keep an acid-reflux-reducing medicine like Nexium or Prilosec to work, especially if they don't have the proper dosage or are too sensitive.
There are other acid-reducing medicines in use over the counter (OTC). For example, heartburn pills such as Nexium and Prilosec (omeprazole) are available over the counter (no prescription needed) but may not be suitable if you're taking a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) such as Prilosec. If you're using acid reflux medications like Nexium or Prilosec to help manage your heartburn, there are some other acid-reducing medicines you might want to try first.
If you're dealing with a heartburn-related problem and have no clue what causes it, you may be wondering how to manage your acid reflux symptoms in the short term. Here, we'll be comparing the different acid-reducing medicines to help you make informed decisions about whether or not you should take Nexium or Prilosec. In the meantime, you may also be interested in reading about the other types of heartburn remedies available to you.
There are many types of acid-reducing medicines available to you. Here, we'll compare the different types of heartburn remedies available to you, to help you make informed decisions about whether or not you should take Nexium or Prilosec or other acid-reducing medicines. As you can see, some medicines are more likely to cause heartburn than others. So, before you decide to take these medicines, it's important to talk to your healthcare provider about which types of heartburn relief medicines you should consider if you have heartburn.
Here are a few things to keep in mind about heartburn medicines:
Heartburn remedies are different from others that treat the following:
There are many different types of heartburn remedies that may be available over the counter. Here are some of the most common types:
There are many different types of acid-reflux remedies that can help you manage your acid reflux.
Alternate Name:Pharmapure RX Esomep-EZS
Description:Nexium treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), esophagitis, and stomach ulcers. The generic version of Nexium is esomeprazole magnesium. For a supply of 30 oral tablets of Nexium Delayed-Release Capsules 40 mg is approximately $287. Take advantage of our LowerMyRx discount to receive a typical Nexium discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.
Dosage Form:Capsule Delayed Release
Administration Route:By mouth
Drug Class:Gastric Acid Secretion Inhibitor, Gastrointestinal Agent
Generic Available:Yes
Strength:20 MG
Warnings:Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, vitamin B12 deficiency, or osteoporosis. This medicine may cause the following problems: Kidney problems, including acute tubulointerstitial nephritisIncreased risk of broken bones in the hip, wrist, or spine (more likely if used several times per day or longer than 1 year)Serious skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)LupusFundic gland polyps (abnormal growth in the upper part of your stomach) This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine. Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, bloody or black stools
Food Warnings:Do not use esomeprazole if you are also using medicines that contain rilpivirine., Some medicines can affect how esomeprazole works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Atazanavir, cilostazol, diazepam, digoxin, erlotinib, ketoconazole, methotrexate, mycophenolate mofetil, nelfinavir, rifampin, saquinavir, St John's wort, tacrolimus, voriconazoleBlood thinner (including clopidogrel or warfarin)Diuretic (water pill)Iron supplements, This medicine can cause diarrhea. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine., Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results., Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Contraceptive pillComposition | COCOXYTOL 20 mg, esomeprazole magnesium 20 mg, delayed-release |
Generic Availability | ichever comes first. |
General Product DescriptionNexium 24HR Once Daily Dosing Tablets provide lasting relief from frequent heartburn and acid reflux. They providelasting symptomatic relief of frequent heartburn, acid regurgitation and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux.
Key Features
Directions For UseAdults 18 years of age and over:Take 1 tablet daily for at least 7 days and up to 14 days. Swallow the tablet whole with water, with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Do not take for more than 14 days unless drected byt a doctor.Not intended for immediate relief. It may take a few days to achieve maximum results.
WarningsAlways read and follow the directions before use. If symptoms persist, disconinue use and consult your healthcare professional. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or under the age of 18.
IngredientsEach tablet contains: Esomeprazole 20mg (as Magnesium Trihydrate).
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If symptoms persist, disconconue use and consult your healthcare professional. Do not use if you are under 18 years of age.
Warnings
Warniers leursdo not contain esomeprazole, nor is it addictive. Tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for thiselling de-esty of the boy
Precautions
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is not expected to be serious. Adverse effects may be more likely to occur when taking any medicine.
Always read the label. Use only as directed.
Preamonsare not advised to take this medicine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
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Mechanism of action: The novel Esomeprazole 24HR™ once daily tablet™ contains two esomeprazole daily doses, which provide relief from frequent heartburn and acid reflux. Each Esomeprazole tablet contains 14 enteric coated tablets, which are identical to the 14 enteric coated tablets in the original product. Each tablet comprises Esomeprazole calcium as the same as Magnesium Trihydrate, a Magnesium salt.
Mechanism of action: The Esomeprazole 24HR once daily tablet™ provides symptomatic, non-hasing, relief of frequent heartburn and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflus.
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Lasting relief for frequent heartburn and acid reflux.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
Nexium 24HR 20 mg enteric coated tablets for the lasting symptomatic relief of frequent heartburn, acid regurgitation and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux.
Always take this medicine exactly as described in the Consumer Medicine Information leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist have told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. The recommended dose is one tablet a day. - Do not take more than this recommended dose of one tablet (20 mg) a day, even if you don't feel an improvement immediately. - You may need to take Nexium 24HR for a few days before experiencing the full effect. - Nexium 24HR should be taken for at least 7 days and up to 14 days. - Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you do not feel better while taking Nexium 24HR. If symptoms persist or recur within 2 weeks of completing the course, consult your doctor. Further examination may be required.
Always read the label, use only as directed. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you notice any of the following and they worry you: nausea or vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, headache, wind, stomach pain, skin rash, itchy skin, dizziness or dry mouth. These side effects are usually mild. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including any that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop. Some medicines may interfere with Nexium 24HR. Do not take Nexium 24HR if you are pregnant unless your doctor says so. Ask your doctor about the risks and benefits involved. It is not known if it is safe for you to take Nexium 24HR while you are pregnant. It may affect your baby. Do not take Nexium 24HR if you are breastfeeding. Ask your doctor for more information. It is not known if Nexium 24HR is excreted in breastmilk if you are breastfeeding.
Xue Jng Wen QingwenNexium 24HR is a once daily tablet that helps the body to rid of heartburn and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).
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Caution. Nexium 24HR contains sucrose, a source of sucralfate, which is known to cause stomach bleeding in people taking NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. It is also not known if Nexium 24HR will cause side effects such as stomach upset, vomiting, heartburn, ulcers and bleeding. The risks of this drug being taken by mouth should be taken serious and even fatal situations for which no prescriptions have been provided. The risks of taking this drug by mouth are high especially if you are a woman who is pregnant, an elderly person, people who smoke, people with heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure or are taking other medicines containing µ-NKP.
DOSE. Some medicines may interact with Nexium 24HR and may increase your risk of side effects. Do not take Nexium 24HR if you are taking:
ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors,,,,
Diuretics,,,,,,NSAIDmedicines used to relieve pain and inflammation,used torelieveheadache,frequentheartburn,gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
METHMA. Some medicines may interact with Nexium 24HR and be very harmful if taken by mouth.
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