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Esomeprazole

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Proton Pump Inhibitor Nexium

Esomeprazole - What is it for

​Esomeprazole is used to treat various conditions of the gastrointestinal (stomach and intestines) tract including:

  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (a condition where the acid from the stomach goes back up the food tube and throat, causing pain and a burning sensation known as heartburn)
  • Ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract (treatment and prevention)
  • Updated on 30 September 2019
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup , PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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