Medications
 
 

Nexium OTC

Nexium® (
 esomeprazole magnesium) is a medication approved for the treatment of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). It can also be used for preventing stomach ulcers and treating erosive esophagitis, H. pylori infections, and pathological hypersecretory conditions.
 
At this time, there is no OTC (over-the-counter) Nexium. There are, however, other proton pump inhibitors that can be used for treating similar symptoms. There are three proton pump inhibitors that are available over-the-counter, including:
 

 

Although over-the-counter Nexium does not exist, Prilosec OTC, Prevacid 24HR, or Zegerid OTC can be used as over-the-counter alternatives for relieving heartburn. Like Nexium, they decrease the amount of acid in your stomach by blocking the acid production sites.
 
(Click Nexium, Generic Nexium, Prilosec OTC to learn more about the similarities between Nexium and Prilosec OTC, and to find out if either product is available in generic form.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD