Is it possible for my sister to stop Nexium?
Since your sister has been taking Nexium for such a long time, it can be difficult to stop without rebound reflux. For starters, foods that can cause reflux should be eliminated.
What happens to your body if you take too much Nexium?
Without enough stomach acid, we can’t digest and absorb nutrients such as calcium and magnesium (to name just a few) which are critical to bone health. So, indeed, repeated use of Nexium can cause osteopenia, osteoporosis and bone fracture.
Is it possible to stop taking Nexium PPIs?
Moreover, there is disturbing evidence linking long term use of PPIs to chronic kidney disease. Since your sister has been taking Nexium for such a long time, it can be difficult to stop without rebound reflux.
How does Nexium affect the risk of fracture?
It is not clear whether Nexium is the actual cause of an increased risk of fracture. Nexium controls acid reflux in those with GERD by reducing the production of stomach acid—but this is a problem. We need stomach acid to help digest food and protect against food-borne illness.
Are there any side effects to taking Nexium?
Common Nexium side effects may include: dry mouth. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What other drugs will affect Nexium?
What do you need to know about esomeprazole and Nexium?
Medically reviewed by C. Fookes, BPharm Last updated on Nov 13, 2018. Nexium is a brand (trade) name of esomeprazole. Esomeprazole reduces the production of stomach acid by irreversibly blocking the actions of an enzyme responsible for acid production, called H+/K+ ATPase (also known as the gastric proton pump).
Why do you need stomach acid when taking Nexium?
We need stomach acid to help digest food and protect against food-borne illness. Without enough stomach acid, we can’t digest and absorb nutrients such as calcium and magnesium (to name just a few) which are critical to bone health. So, indeed, repeated use of Nexium can cause osteopenia, osteoporosis and bone fracture.
Are there any over the counter versions of Nexium?
Over-the-counter (OTC), generic and store brands followed. The FDA approved the prescription version of Nexium on Feb. 20, 2001. AstraZeneca manufactures it. Teva Pharmaceuticals won FDA approval for the first generic Nexium in 2015. Its generic esomeprazole is a prescription drug.
