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Nexium? Nexiam is a common misspelling of Nexium.
People who experience certain conditions involving the esophagus, stomach, and intestines may benefit from Nexium
® (
esomeprazole magnesium). This prescription medication is classified as a proton pump inhibitor and works by decreasing the amount of acid in the stomach. As a result, this medication can help treat conditions such as
gastroesophageal reflux disease (
GERD), erosive esophagitis, and
H. pylori infections. Some of the common side effects seen with this drug include nausea,
headaches, and
diarrhea. Among the conditions that you should let your healthcare provider know about before you take Nexium include liver disease, liver failure, or any
allergies.
(To read the full eMedTV article on this drug, click Nexium. This article further discusses how Nexium works, general dosing guidelines, and what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking the drug. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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