Nexium 24HR Capsules: Package Insert / Prescribing Info
Package insert / product label
Generic name: esomeprazole magnesium
Dosage form: capsule, delayed release
Drug class: Proton pump inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 26, 2024.
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Esomeprazole 20 mg
(Each delayed-release capsule corresponds to 22.3 mg
esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate)
Uses
- treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or moredays a week)
- not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings
Allergy alert:
- Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole
- Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms include:
- skin reddening
- blisters
- rash
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical attention right away.
Do not use if you have
- trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools
- heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
- chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
- frequent chest pain
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
- frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
- unexplained weight loss
- nausea or vomiting
- stomach pain
- Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.
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 Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed)- swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning
- take every day for 14 days
- do not take more than 1 capsule a day
- swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules.
- do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor
- 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.
Other Information
- read the directions and warnings before use
- keep the carton. It contains important information.
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive Ingredients (Nexium 24HR Capsules)
corn starch, D&C red no. 28, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, ferric oxide, gelatin, glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, pharmaceutical ink, polysorbate 80, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate
Inactive Ingredients (Nexium 24HR ClearMinis)
carmine, corn starch, FD&C blue no. 2, FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, FD&C red no. 3, FD&C red no. 40, ferric oxide, gelatin, glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, pharmaceutical ink, polysorbate 80, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate
Additional Information
KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
Do Not Use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with “SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION”
or yellow band around the center of each capsule is broken or missing.
Tips for Managing Heartburn
- Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables.
- Eat slowly and do not eat big meals.
- Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime.
- Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating.
- Raise the head of your bed.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach.
- If you are overweight, lose weight.
- If you smoke, quit smoking.
Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare,
Warren, NJ 07059
©2022 GSK group of companies or its licensor
Made in France
For most recent product information, visit www.Nexium24HR.com
Nexium is a registered trademark of AstraZeneca AB and is used under license.
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| Labeler - Haleon US Holdings LLC (079944263) |
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