Drug Reference

Esomeprazole

Proton pump inhibitors

OTC

Fact box

Therapeutic class: Proton pump inhibitors
Action class: Proton Pump Inhibitor
Mechanism: Proton Pump Inhibitors
Habit forming: No
Availability: Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

NexiumVimovo

Available as

2.5 MG · Oral Suspension5 MG · Oral Suspension49.3 MG · Oral Capsule24.65 MG · Oral Capsule40 MG · Oral Tablet20 MG · Oral Tablet20 MG · Oral Capsule40 MG · Oral Capsule20 MG · Injection40 MG · Injection20 MG · Oral Suspension40 MG · Oral Suspension10 MG · Oral Suspension

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

How to use / dosing

Directions adults 18 years of age and older this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days may take 1 to 4 days for full effect 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 tablet a day • swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) • you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months • do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition .

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

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