As with any medication, side effects are possible with Nexium. Some of the most common side effects that have been reported in clinical studies include
headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and
diarrhea. In most cases, Nexium side effects are mild and either do not require treatment or can be treated quite easily.
It is important to know that serious reactions to Nexium could also occur. You should contact your healthcare provider right away if you experience difficulty swallowing, chest pain, an unexplained rash, or blurred vision.
(Click Nexium Side Effects to learn about other potentially dangerous side effects and to find out what side effects have been commonly reported with this drug.)