Esomeprazole is an effective medication to treat acid reflux.
Esomeprazole is the generic version of Nexium, which is a medication used to treat symptoms of heartburn and indigestion caused by acid reflux.
Acid reflux is when acid finds its way back into the oesophagus, causing a burning sensation. Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) is a chronic form of acid reflux, where symptoms may occur two or more times a week.
Esomeprazole belongs to a group of medicines called 'proton pump inhibitors', which work by reducing acid production in the stomach.
Esomeprazole reduces the symptoms associated with escaped acid flowing into the throat like the burning feeling in the chest or throat that so often characterises the condition.
You should take one tablet in the morning with water before a meal.
For the medication to work correctly, you should take the tablet whole and not break or chew it.
Esomeprazole is the active ingredient in Nexium (the branded version) and also available as Generic Esomeprazole, but at a lower cost.
Both medications are medically equivalent in efficacy and amount.
One in ten people taking the medicine can experience the following side effects:
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
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