Esomeprazole

Generic name: esomeprazole (oral) [ ee-so-MEP-ra-zol ]
Brand names: Esomeprazole Strontium, NexIUM
Dosage forms: oral delayed release capsule (20 mg; 40 mg; 49.3 mg); oral delayed release tablet (20 mg); oral powder for reconstitution, delayed release (10 mg; 2.5 mg; 20 mg; 40 mg; 5 mg)
Drug class:Proton pump inhibitors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jan 5, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is esomeprazole?

Esomeprazole is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Esomeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).

Esomeprazole may also be given to prevent gastric ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), or by the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Esomeprazole is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.

Esomeprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Esomeprazole can cause kidney problems. Tell your doctor if you are urinating less than usual, or if you have blood in your urine.

Diarrhea may be a sign of a new infection. Call your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood...