What is Reflux?
Reflux is the backflow of acid from the stomach into the gullet (“foodpipe”) which may become inflamed and painful. This may cause you symptoms such as a painful sensation in the chest rising up to your throat (heartburn) and a sour taste in the mouth (acid regurgitation).
Do I get instant relief from taking a Nexium tablet?
Nexium Control is not meant to bring immediate relief. You may need to take the tablets for 2-3 days in a row before you feel better. You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 14 days.
How much to take• The recommended dose is one tablet a day. • Do not take more than this recommended dose of one tablet (20 mg) a day, even if you don’t feel an improvement immediately. • You may need to take the tablets for 2 or 3 days in a row before your reflux symptoms (for example, heartburn and acid regurgitation) get better. • The treatment length is up to 14 days. • When your reflux symptoms have completely gone you should stop taking this medicine. • If your reflux symptoms get worse or do not improve after taking this medicine for 14 days in a row, you should consult a doctor. If you have persistent or longstanding, frequently recurring symptoms even after treatment with this medicine, you should contact your doctor. Taking this medicine • You can take your tablet at any time of the day either with food or on an empty stomach. • Swallow your tablet whole with half a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the tablet. This is because the tablet contains coated pellets, which stop the medicine from being broken down by the acid in your stomach. It is important not to damage the pellets.
Alternative method of taking this medicine• Put the tablet in a glass of still (non-fizzy) water. Do not use any other liquids. • Stir until the tablet breaks up (the mixture will not be clear) then drink the mixture straight away or within 30 minutes. Always stir the mixture just before drinking it. • To make sure that you have drunk all of the medicine, rinse the glass very well with half a glass of water and drink it. The solid pieces contain the medicine – do not chew or crush them
Please read the patient information leaflet above to get more information as to side effects, precautions of use etc.
Active Ingredients:
Each gastro-resistant tablet contains 20 mg esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate)
List of Excipients:
Glycerol monostearate 40-55 HydroxypropylcelluloseHypromellose 2910 (6 mPa-s) Reddish-brown iron oxide (E-172) Yellow iron oxide (E-172)Magnesium stearate Methacrylic acid ethylacrylate copolymer (1: 1) dispersion 30 per cent Cellulose microcrystallineSynthetic Paraffin Macrogol 6000Polysorbate 80 Crospovidone (Type A) Sodium stearyl fumarateSugar spheres (sucrose and maize starch), Talc, Titanium dioxide (E-171) Triethyl citrate
Side EffectsNexium Control tablet contains ingredients that may cause diarrhoea. Read the full leaflet below for this information:
Most people with reflux should be taking Nexium for 14 days in a row before they feel better. More than a few people may need to take another tablet for 2 or 3 days in a row before they feel better. If you think you or anyone in your family have had any of the above serious side effects, talk to your doctor. You should contact a doctor immediately if you notice any of the serious side effects listed here or if you think you are having a side effect that is not mentioned here. Serious side effects can happen if not used carefully. If you notice the symptoms of serious side effects, or if they become apparent to you, or if you notice this as a reaction to this page, you may contact a doctor immediately.
If you are allergic to any of the following medicines, you should not take this medicine. Read the patient information leaflet before taking this medicine.
Nexium 24HR Once Daily Dosing Tablets provide lasting relief from frequent heartburn and acid reflux.
Nexium 24HR 20mg esomeprazole tablets are for the lasting symptomatic relief of frequent heartburn, acid regurgitation and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux
Carefully read the enclosed Consumer Medicine Information before use.
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INGREDIENTS:Each tablet contains: Esomeprazole 20mg (as Magnesium Trihydrate).
Do not use:- for children under 18 years of age.- if allergic to esomeprazole.- if allergic to any other proton pump inhibitor (omeprazole, rabeprazole, lansoprazole, pantoprazole).- if you are taking antiretroviral medicines, such as atazanavir.- if you are taking cilostazol a medicine used to treat pain and/or cramping in the lower leg (or arms) due to inadequate blood flow to the muscles.- if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.- -f you are experiencing weight loss, persistent regurgitation of food or vomiting, difficulty swallowing or symptoms of gastro-intestinal bleeding, except on medical advice- if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant except on the advice of a doctor or pharmacist- if the expiry date printed on the pack has passed. Ask your pharmacist or doctor before use if you:- have or ever have had serious liver disease.- are taking digoxin (a medicine used to treat heart problems).- are taking ketoconazole (a medicine used to treat fungal infections)- are taking clopidogrel or warfarin (medicines used to stop the blood clotting)- are taking other medicines regularlyThis preparation is for the relief of minor and temporary ailments and should be used strictly as directed. Do not use for any purpose other than what is specified on the pack, except on doctor's advice. Keep to recommended dose. If an overdose is taken or suspected telephone your doctor or the Poisons Information Centre (Australia 13 11 26, or New Zealand 0800 764 766) or go to the Accident and Emergency department at your nearest hospital. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you do not feel well, if new or additional symptoms occur while you are taking Nexium 24HR Once Daily Dosing.
ONLINE MANDATORY STATEMENT:Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
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Nexium 24HR Once Daily Dosing Capsule is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat frequent heartburn, acid regurgitation and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux.Dosage:
Take 1 capsule once a day with water. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. If stomach upset occurs, then take the capsule with food or milk to prevent stomach upset.
ESOMEPDOZOLE (magnesium trihydrate):EsomeprazoleDOSAGE:Follow the directions on the pack carefully and do not use more than one capsule daily. Do not take more than one capsule daily. Take Nexium 24HR once daily for the best relief of your symptoms.
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Take one capsule once a day with water.
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Esomeprazole is used to treat abdominal pain and is also used to treat certain types of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Esomeprazole belongs to a group of medicines known as proton-pump inhibitors, also known as Z-PIs. Esomeprazole works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach. This medicine helps reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach, thereby helping to relieve acid reflux symptoms.
Esomeprazole is also used to treat conditions that prevent the heart from pumping blood efficiently. Esomeprazole works by reducing the amount of acid produced by the stomach, thereby helping to lower the amount of heart workload.
Esomeprazole is also used to treat conditions where the stomach and intestines are open. Esomeprazole helps to relieve pain and cramping caused by such conditions as:
Esomeprazole is also used to treat conditions where the stomach and small intestine are open.
The Philippines will pay a staggering $1.7 billion to settle a lawsuit that alleges its drugmaker failed to adequately warn patients and consumers about the dangers of heartburn.
Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) settled a lawsuit alleging the company failed to adequately warn consumers about heartburn risks when it began selling Nexium, an over-the-counter medication for heartburn. Nexium was approved by the FDA in 2003, but was removed from the market after safety concerns led to a heart attack and a heart failure.
The case is brought by plaintiffs who allege that Nexium was not properly disclosed to consumers. The company admitted to a breach of the integrity of the company’s internal processes and procedures, but said it did not recall the medication or its manufacturer. The FDA said in a letter dated May 30, 2007, it was reviewing the suit.
The company said it also did not recall its manufacturing processes, which were inconsistent with FDA requirements and that the agency “has not identified the correct batch or formulation for the product.”
The suit is brought by a number of people who allege that Nexium caused them to suffer from chronic heartburn. They say they were unable to take the medication because of the risks of acid reflux and frequent heartburn.
A spokesperson for the company said: “Nexium has been a leading cause of over-the-counter (OTC) prescription, and prescription medicine for over two decades. We continue to follow our internal processes and procedures and are aware of the risks of taking this medication.”
The plaintiffs also claim that the FDA had a “moderately limited role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of this product.”
In a statement, Pfizer, Inc. (“Pfizer”) said that the FDA “considered Nexium to be a safe and effective treatment for heartburn” and agreed to settle the lawsuit. It said that the company also “has a responsibility to inform consumers and health care professionals of all potential serious and potentially life-threatening effects of this product”.
Pfizer has also been in the process of settling the case with the FDA and said it was “committed to vigorously defend” the case and to “minimize the risk of injury” to consumers.
“This litigation highlights the importance of this case, as well as the importance of the need to remain vigilant,” the company said in a statement. It said that it would continue to pursue litigation to settle the case, and “will continue to monitor patient safety and provide updated information to healthcare providers.”
The company will continue to work with the F. D. A. to take appropriate actions to ensure that Nexium is used appropriately.
Read MoreA spokesman for the company said that the company had “been in the process of evaluating our regulatory process.”
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