what is esomeprazole taken for
Esomeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid). Esomeprazole may also be given to prevent gastric ulcer caused by infection with helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), or by the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Esomeprazole is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms. Esomeprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. capsule, purple, imprinted with NEXIUM, 20 mg. capsule, purple, imprinted with NEXIUM, 40 mg.
Esomeprazole is used to treat the symptoms of GERD, allow the esophagus to heal, and prevent further damage to the esophagus. Esomeprazole is also used to decrease the chance that people who are taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) will develop ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach or intestine).
A: Nexium (esomeprazole) is a medication used to treat conditions of the esophagus and stomach. It is in the family of medications called proton pump inhibitors and works by disabling the acid producing pumps in the stomach to decrease acid reflux.