exium ‘relieves’ heartburn and other symptoms caused by backflow of stomach acid into the canal to the stomach (esophagus) – a condition known as gastro-esophageal reflux disease. It’s also prescribed to ‘heal’ the damage (erosive esophagitis) from reflux disease.
Prescribed in combination with antibiotics, Nexium is also used to treat infections that cause duodenal ulcers. Like its sister drug Prilosec, Nexium works by reducing the production of stomach acid. It comes in ‘delayed -release’ capsules – that should be swallowed whole. (I learned a long time ago – ‘delayed release’ drugs cause damage to the liver. – G.E.)
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop, or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor (Hmmmm…) can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Nexium.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Abdominal pain
diarrhea
headache
abnormal sense of smell
acne
anemia
back pain
black stools
blood disorders
blood in urine
burping
change in bowel habits
chest pain
chills
confusion
depression
constipation
coughing
cramps
difficult breathing
dizziness
difficult swallowing
dry mouth
ear infection
earache
enlarged abdomen
enlarged thyroid gland
eye infection
facial swelling
irregular heartbeat fatigue
fever
flushing
flu-like symptoms
flushing
increased urination
fungal infection
general illness
hernia
hiccups
hives
hot flushes
impotence
inability to sleep
indigestion itching
high blood pressure
leg/body swelling
liver problems
loss of appetite
loss of taste
lymph node problems
tremors
increased appetite
menstrual problems
migraine
nausea
nervousness
nosebleed
pain, painful joints
rash mouth/throat problems
runny nose
rectal problems
sweating
burning sensation
rigidity
ringing in the ears
vertigo
sensitivity to touch
sinus problems
sleep disorders
sleepiness
sore throat
stomach bleeding
stomach pain
stomach upset
swelling
taste changes
urinary tract infection
vaginitis
vertigo
vision changes
vomiting
weakness
weight changes
worsening of arthritis
worsening of asthma
worsening depression
painful urination
thirst
Antibiotics prescribed in conjunction with Nexium for treatment of ulcers have been known to cause severe side effects and life-threatening allergic reactions.
(www.healthsquare.com/newrx/nex1577.htm)
It’s a proven fact: Every drug will eventually cause the very condition that it was given for in the 1st place – plus more! FYI – Pharma drugs are the 3rd leading cause of death in this country.
