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Nexpro is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Nexpro safe for pregnant women?
Nexpro can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nexpro, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nexpro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Nexpro. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Nexpro on the Kidneys?
Nexpro is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nexpro on the Liver?
Nexpro may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nexpro on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Nexpro for the heart.
Nexpro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nexpro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nexpro habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nexpro is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nexpro does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Nexpro is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nexpro for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nexpro
It is safe to take Nexpro with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nexpro
Taking Nexpro with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Nexpro should be taken 1 hour before the meal because the presence of food can affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach and its therapeutic benefit. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may need twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regimen of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Nexpro may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Yes, Nexpro causes bloating. It is a common side effect, associated with this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Research data from animal studies suggest that Nexpro may cause weight loss but till now sufficient data is not available regarding weight loss in humans. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this medicine, please inform the doctor to follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuation of Nexpro on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue/stop medicine on your own. Please inform the doctor before stopping/discontinuing this drug on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 524-526