Nexium 20mg
Nexium 20mg is one of 2 strengths in which Nexium (Esomeprazole) is supplied. The full range is 20mg, 40mg. This page covers what the 20mg strength is used for and how it fits into typical dosing.
Forms and dosages
Nexium is administered orally once daily, ideally 30-60 minutes before a meal. According to the prescribing information, the usual adult dose is 20mg or 40mg once daily for GORD, peptic ulcer healing or H. pylori eradication regimens. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water or opened and the granules sprinkled on soft food in patients with swallowing difficulties. Dose reduction is required in severe hepatic impairment.
Indications
Nexium is approved in adults and children for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, including erosive oesophagitis healing and maintenance of healing, peptic ulcer disease, prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and as part of triple-therapy regimens for Helicobacter pylori eradication. According to clinical guidelines, the lowest effective dose for the shortest necessary duration should be used, with periodic reassessment of long-term therapy.
All strengths
- 20mg
- 40mg
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