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Important Safety Information about NEXIUM
NEXIUM is prescribed to treat the symptoms of acid reflux disease, which typically include persistent heartburn on 2 or more days per week, despite treatment and change of diet.
For many people, NEXIUM is also prescribed to heal damage to the esophagus called erosive esophagitis. This damage may be caused over time from stomach acid wearing away the lining of the esophagus. Only a doctor can diagnose this condition. With NEXIUM, most erosions heal in 4 to 8 weeks. Your results with NEXIUM may vary.
Side effects with NEXIUM include headache, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Symptom relief does not rule out the presence of other serious stomach conditions.
For Patients 1-17 years; NEXIUM is approved for the short-term treatment (up to 8 weeks) of symptoms of acid reflux disease and for the healing of damage to the lining of the esophagus, called erosive esophagitis. Side effects in patients 1 to 17 included headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and sleepiness.
NEXIUM is available only by prescription. Talk to your doctor to see if it may be right for you.
Please read the Important Product Information and discuss it with your doctor or health care professional.