Nexium is used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or heartburn), erosive esophagitis, and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid production.

Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Nexium should be taken at least one hour before a meal. Do not break or chew the capsules. Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release slowly in the body. If you have difficulty swallowing the capsules, one tablespoon of applesauce can be added to an empty bowl and the Nexium capsule can be opened, and the pellets inside the capsule carefully emptied onto the applesauce. The pellets should be mixed with the applesauce and then swallowed immediately. Do not stop taking Nexium even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is fully treated.

If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives), stop taking Nexium and seek emergency medical attention. Other side effects include headache; diarrhea; nausea, flatulence, abdominal pain, or constipation; or dry mouth. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Before taking Nexium, tell your physician if you are taking any of the following medicines: digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps); itraconazole (Sporanox) or ketoconazole (Nizoral); or iron (Feosol, Mol-Iron, Fergon, Femiron, others).

In case of overdose seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of an Nexium overdose include drowsiness, shortness of breath, tremor, loss of coordination, and seizures.

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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your physician.

Nexium is used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or heartburn), erosive esophagitis, and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid production.

Store Nexium at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Before taking Nexium, tell your physician if you have ever had any type of liver disease. You may not be able to take Nexium, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring. Do not take Nexium without first talking to your physician if you are pregnant and if you are breast-feeding.