Esomeprazole treats the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease. This is a condition where condition backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn. Also, it could lead to possible injury of the esophagus.
How long can the drug be used?
Administer the drug for 4 to 8 weeks only. Your doctor may recommend a second course of treatment if you need additional healing time. Use esomeprazole for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve.
Side effects of esomeprazole
Common side effects include
- headache, diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain. Also, it can cause constipation, dry mouth and drowsiness How many esomeprazole can I take?The recommended dose is Nexium 40 mg twice a day. Your doctor will adjust the dose depending on your needs and will also decide how long you need to take the medicine for. The maximum dose is 80 mg twice a day.How many esomeprazole can I take?The recommended dose is Nexium 40 mg twice a day. Your doctor will adjust the dose depending on your needs and will also decide how long you need to take the medicine for. The maximum dose is 80 mg twice a day.What’s the difference between esomeprazole and omeprazole?Although the medications work in a similar way, their chemical compositions are slightly different. Omeprazole contains two isomers (chemical compounds that have the same formula but differ in the arrangement of their atoms) of omeprazole, while esomeprazole contains one.1
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