Neksium 40 mg Tablet is effective at healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of food pipe), relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Neksium 40 mg Tablet works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid). It can be prescribed to all age groups including special populations like the elderly, pregnant, lactating mothers, kidney, and liver disease patients. Usually, no dosage adjustment is required for these groups.

FAQs

How does Neksium 40 mg Tablet work?

Neksium 40 mg Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), which is a type of medication. Proton pumps are enzymes found in the stomach lining that aid in the production of acid needed for digestion. Esomeprazole impairs the function of proton pumps. This decreases the quantity of acid produced by the stomach.

What are the long term effects of Neksium 40 mg Tablet ?

Prolonged intake of Neksium 40 mg Tablet may lead to atrophic gastritis (inflammation of stomach cells), Vitamin B12 deficiency and weakening of bones or osteoporosis (loss of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D). Your doctor may prescribe calcium, vitamin D or haemoglobin enhancing medications to cope with long term side effects.

Does Neksium 40 mg Tablet treats gastric bleeding?

No. Neksium 40 mg Tablet prevents excess production of stomach acid causing acid reflux and heartburn. If blood is coming in your stool or mucous immediately contact the doctor.

Does Neksium 40 mg Tablet interfere or affect laboratory test reports?

Yes. Neksium 40 mg Tablet can alter certain medical tests like neuroendocrine tumours (secretin stimulation test), and urine screening tests for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). So before undergoing such diagnostics test contact your doctor.

What if I take too much Neksium 40 mg Tablet ?

It is very unlikely that taking one or two extra doses by accident will cause any problems. However, you should check with your doctor if you have taken too much and have are feeling sweaty, have a fast heartbeat, are feeling sleepy.

Will Neksium 40 mg Tablet affect my fertility?

There's no firm evidence to suggest that taking Neksium 40 mg Tablet will reduce fertility in either men or women. However, speak to your doctor if you're trying to get pregnant and do as advised.

Is there any food or drink I need to avoid while taking Neksium 40 mg Tablet ?

You can eat and drink normally while taking Neksium 40 mg Tablet . However, you should avoid foods that seem to make your indigestion worse, such as rich, spicy and fatty foods. You should also cut down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee and cola, as well as alcohol.

Are gas and acidity same thing?

No. Gas and acidity are two different common discomforts. Acidity is caused when improper functioning of the valve (sphincter) is located at the junction of the stomach and food pipe. As a result stomach acid backflows and enters the upper part of the food pipe causing heartburn. On the other hand, gas is the result of the digestion of the food and drinks eliminating gases like carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, methane, etc. from the body.