Buy Generic Nexium

Esomeprazole magnesium is the active ingredient in Nexium.  Many times people mistake the active ingredient in a medicine for its generic name.  Nexium does not have a generic version.  In order for a company to produce a generic drug, the patent for the current drug must have expired and the generic version must be made by a company other than the original.  The current patent for the drug Nexium does not expire until 2014, therefore you cannot buy generic Nexium.

What is Nexium?

Nexium is part of a class of drugs called PPIs, or proton pump inhibitors. There are several alternatives to Nexium that are available by prescription only.  These are: Prevacid, AcipHex, Portonix, Zegerid, Prilosec and Dexilant.

Nexium has been approved to treat conditions of erosive esophagitis, H. Pylori infections as well as GERD, or Gasatroesophageal Reflux Disease.  It has also been effective in preventing peptic ulcers, which are ulcers that are found in the stomach or in the first part of the intestine.

How to Use

You should always read the information pamphlet that comes with any prescription medicine you get from you pharmacist.  It is also important to read the information again with each refill.  If you have any questions or concerns, contact your doctor or pharmacist before you begin taking this medication.

To take this medication by mouth, you should not chew it or crush the tablets.  Doing so will result in an uneven release of the medicine.  It may also destroy the drug or increase possible side effects.  The tablet should be swallowed whole.  If you have trouble swallowing, the contents of the tablet may be sprinkled onto cool or room temperature applesauce and then taken as prescribed.  It is important to make sure your entire dosage has been taken.

You may take antacids along with this medication if needed.  To obtain full benefits, this medicine should be taken at the same time each day.  Do not stop taking this medication before your doctor has said it is okay.

Side Effects

Any medication is capable of producing side effects.  If you experience any forms of diarrhea, headache, gas, stomach pains, constipation, nausea or dry mouth, these may be side effects of taking Nexium.  If any of these symptoms persist or worsen, you should contact your doctor.

Unlikely side effects may include pneumonia, persistent nausea or vomiting, severe abdominal or stomach pain, dark urine, unusual tiredness or yellowing of the skin or eyes.  If any of these conditions exist, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Precautions

Before you begin taking Nexium, it is important for you to tell your doctor if you have any allergies to similar drugs such as omeprazole or lansoprazole.  It is best to tell of any drug allergies you may have as inactive ingredients may cause a reaction.

Storage

Your Nexium medication should be stored away from moisture and light.  It should be kept in a dark, dry room with a temperature around 77 degrees F, or 25 degrees C.  Nexium should not be kept in a bathroom.