Nexium 20 mg tablets - 28 tablets

Nexium tablets 20 mg What is Nexium tablets 20 mg and what are its indications: Esomeprazole belongs to a group of medicines called "proton pump inhibitors." They work by reducing the amount of acid produced by your stomach. Nexium tablets are used in adults for short-term treatment of reflux symptoms (for example, heartburn and acid regurgitation). Reflux is the backflow of acid from the stomach into the esophagus ("food pipe") which can become inflamed and painful. This may cause symptoms such as a feeling of pain in the chest reaching the throat (heartburn) and a sour taste in the mouth (acid regurgitation). Nexium tablets are not intended to provide immediate relief. You may need to take the capsules for 2-3 consecutive days before feeling better. You should talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel unwell after 14 days. What you need to know before using Nexium tablets: Do not use Nexium tablets if you are allergic to esomeprazole or any other ingredients in this medicine. Do not use if you are allergic to medicines containing other proton pump inhibitors (such as pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, or omeprazole). Do not use if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used to treat HIV infection). Children and adolescents and Nexium tablets: Nexium tablets should not usually be used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Possible side effects when using Nexium tablets: Stop using the product and seek immediate medical care if • swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat which may cause difficulty breathing or swallowing. How to store Nexium tablets: Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiration date printed on the carton and bottle after EXP. The expiration date refers to the last day of the same month. Do not store above 30°C. Keep this medicine in the original packaging to protect it from moisture. Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.