What is Nexpro 20 mg?
Nexpro 20mg contains Esomeprazole, which belongs to a group of drugs known as Proton Pump Inhibitors.
Esomeprazole is prescribed for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease heartburn in adults and adolescents above 12 years.
Doctors also prescribe Nexpro tablets to treat stomach ulcers infected with Helicobacter pylori bacteria and NSAID drugs. It is also effective in treating Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Esomeprazole tablets decrease the amount of acid produced in your stomach and provide quick relief from symptoms.
Nexpro 20mg is available under the brand name Nexium. It can be purchased from licensed pharmacies after a doctor's prescription.
How does Nexpro 20 mg work?
Nexpro tablet is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibiting specific enzymes in the stomach cell.
This further reduces acidity by obstructing the final step in acid production and provides relief from acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
How to use Nexpro 20 mg?
Take 20mg of Nexpro tablet as per your doctor's prescription. The dose of medicine depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for.
Usually, doctors prescribe the lowest dose of Esomeprazole for the shortest time required to treat your condition.
It would be best if you took Nexpro on an empty stomach, usually in the morning or almost 1 hour before having your meal.
Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
Take Esomeprazole at the same time every day to maintain constant levels of the medicine in your blood.
Do not stop your treatment unless a doctor recommends as your symptoms can reappear or worsen.
If you have been taking 20mg of Nexpro tablet for a long time, your doctor may suggest some blood tests to check your magnesium levels. This medication can cause magnesium levels to fall.
What are the side effects of Nexpro 20 mg?
Several people taking Nexpro do not suffer from any side effects. Following your doctor's recommendation for the prescribed dosage can save you from severe side effects.
Most side effects of the Esomeprazole tablet do not require medical attention; they disappear once the body adjusts to the medicine.
Common side effects of Nexpro 20 mg include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Reduced appetite
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Excessive gas in the stomach
- Nausea or vomiting
- Irregular heartbeat
Get emergency medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Nexpro 20 mg?
- Before starting the treatment with Nexpro 20 mg, let the doctor know about your medical history, especially of severe liver disorders, kidney failure, and stomach problems.
- Esomeprazole tablets should not be taken by pregnant women unless clearly necessary. Please consult your doctor before taking it.
- 20mg of Nexpro is not prescribed for use in breastfeeding women as the medicine can pass in breast milk.
- Children and adolescents below 12 years of age should not take Nexpro tablets.
- Let the doctor know about all other medicines and herbal supplements you take before starting treatment with Esomeprazole.
