Nexium® capsules are a brand of esomeprazole that treats conditions that cause too much stomach acid like stomach ulcers or reflux disease. It can relieve heartburn. It works by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach.

Available in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg single-dose packets. Once-daily packet to be mixed with water. A silver rectangular unit dose packet imprinted with “PACKETS Nexium® (esomeprazole magnesium) for Delayed-Release Oral Suspension” and AstraZeneca logo purple.

Brand names: Nexium, Nexium Control, Emozul, Guardium Acid Reflux Control and Ventra. Find out how esomeprazole treats indigestion and heartburn and how to take it.

The European Commission granted a marketing authorisation valid throughout the European Union for Nexium Control on 26 August 2013.

Fast facts about Nexium It reduces the production of stomach acid and relieves the symptoms of gastrointestinal reflux. Side effects include headache, nausea and flatulence, and possibly a higher risk of a hip fracture. It might reduce the absorption of certain nutrients.

Most people who take Nexium temporarily will only experience mild gut-related side effects. Nausea, constipation, and diarrhea are the most common culprits. Long-term Nexium use may increase the risk of more rare side effects, such as low magnesium or vitamin B12 levels, bone fractures, and kidney problems.

There is some evidence that Nexium provides more effective acid control, lasts for longer, and works faster than Prilosec; however, some studies have failed to find a difference between the two medicines and the American College of Gastroenterology states that there are no major differences between PPIs when used to ...

Is Nexium OTC the same as prescription Nexium? OTC Nexium contains esomeprazole, the same active ingredient as the prescription version. But the dosages are a bit different. OTC Nexium only comes as a 20 mg capsule and tablet.

Most people who take Nexium temporarily will only experience mild gut-related side effects. Nausea, constipation, and diarrhea are the most common culprits. Long-term Nexium use may increase the risk of more rare side effects, such as low magnesium or vitamin B12 levels, bone fractures, and kidney problems.

In 2012, Pfizer acquired exclusive global rights from AstraZeneca to market non-prescription Nexium®.

Nexium has an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from a total of 202 reviews on Drugs.com. 51% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 36% reported a negative experience.

Long-term and inappropriate use of PPIs like Nexium have been linked to kidney problems.