It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Nexium 24hr Dosage and Administration Swallow whole. Take before eating in the AM. ≥18yrs: 20mg once daily for 14 days; may repeat 14-day course every 4 months.

Yes. All prescription NEXIUM indications and formulations remain available with a prescription. However, Nexium 24HR is available without a prescription for the treatment of frequent heartburn.

Most people with a Nexium prescription can take it once a day, although some people can take two doses a day. Over-the-counter versions of the drug should be taken once a day for up to 14 days every four months.

You can eat and drink normally while taking esomeprazole. However, it's best to avoid foods that seem to make your indigestion worse – things like rich, spicy and fatty foods. Try to cut down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee and cola. Reduce or try to avoid alcohol.

The product information for Nexium 40 mg capsules and granule packets states you should take them at least 1 hour before meals. This is because much of the research on PPIs show that they're best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach.

Most people with a Nexium prescription can take it once a day, although some people can take two doses a day. Over-the-counter versions of the drug should be taken once a day for up to 14 days every four months.

The OTC and prescription products contain the same active ingredient, esomeprazole. So they work the same way and have the same side effects. The prescription version is available as a higher dose (40 mg), whereas Nexium OTC is only available as a 20 mg dose.

In general, try to avoid spicy foods, caffeine, and acidic foods (such as the grapefruit, limes, and other citrus fruits you mentioned). All of these things can increase the amount of acid in your stomach, which can worsen your symptoms.

The product information for Nexium 40 mg capsules and granule packets states you should take them at least 1 hour before meals. This is because much of the research on PPIs show that they're best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach.

You can eat and drink normally while taking esomeprazole. However, it's best to avoid foods that seem to make your indigestion worse – things like rich, spicy and fatty foods. Try to cut down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee and cola. Reduce or try to avoid alcohol.

Most people with a Nexium prescription can take it once a day, although some people can take two doses a day. Over-the-counter versions of the drug should be taken once a day for up to 14 days every four months. The best time to take Nexium is at least one hour before eating. Take Nexium capsules whole.