Nexium Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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  • constipation
  • itching
  • sensation of spinning or whirling
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • gas
  • diarrhea
  • reactions at the site of the injection
  • intense abdominal pain
  • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • throat irritation
  • dry mouth
  • indigestion
  • urinary tract infection
  • difficulty sleeping
  • vomiting
  • anxious feelings
  • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria
  • a herpes simplex infection
  • stomach and intestinal infection caused by the fungus Candida
  • a goiter
  • low amount of calcium in the blood
  • low amount of sodium in the blood
  • low amount of potassium in the blood
  • a type of blood disorder with a decrease in all types of blood cells called pancytopenia
  • anemia
  • decreased blood platelets
  • very low levels of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell
  • agitation
  • depression
  • aggressive behavior
  • blurred vision
  • high blood pressure
  • atrial fibrillation
  • bronchospastic lung disease
  • stomatitis, a condition with painful swelling and sores inside the mouth
  • a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
  • inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines
  • liver failure
  • inflammation of the liver called hepatitis
  • gallstones
  • a type of kidney inflammation called interstitial nephritis
  • skin inflammation
  • increased sensitivity of the skin to the sun
  • erythema multiforme, a type of allergic skin reaction
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus
  • hives
  • systemic lupus erythematosus, an autoimmune disease
  • joint pain
  • muscle weakness
  • muscle pain
  • hallucinations
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • a broken bone
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • a yellowing of the eyes or skin from buildup of bilirubin called jaundice
  • pancreatitis
  • non-cancerous growths in the stomach called benign fundic gland polyposis
  • a type of skin disorder called acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
  • a type of significant allergic skin reaction called DRESS syndrome
  • a high alanine transaminase level
  • a high aspartate transaminase level
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • inadequate vitamin B12
  • a common cold
  • inflammation of the large intestine
  • enlarged breasts
  • erythema or redness of skin or mucous membrane
  • hair loss
  • backache
  • drowsiness
  • fever
  • low energy
  • flu-like symptoms
  • excessive sweating
  • pain
  • chills
  • taste impairment
  • a skin rash
  • visible water retention
  • fluid retention in the legs, feet, arms or hands
  • puffy face from water retention
  • temporary redness of face and neck
  • decreased appetite
  • weight gain
  • weight loss
  • increased hunger
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • chest pain
  • difficulty swallowing
  • ineffective painful straining of stool or urine
  • increased number of bowel movements
  • an increased need to urinate often
  • abdominal bloating
  • generalized weakness
  • a feeling of general discomfort called malaise
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