What is important to know before you'll take Nexium?
What should I tell my doctor before starting a course of Nexium?
Before you start taking Nexium, you have to tell your doctor if you have any of the following health conditions: liver disease or dysfunction; pregnancy or breastfeeding; allergic reactions of any kind. You should also inform your physician about any prescription, non-prescription and recreational drugs that you use as well as any vitamins, herbal or dietary supplements that you take on a regular basis.
Are there any precautions I have to be aware of before taking Nexium?
There is a set of precautions that you have to know about before you start using Nexium. These precautions include:
- Certain medical studies indicate that using proton pump inhibitors (including Nexium) raises the risk of bone fracture. It was observed that this risk is proportional to the dosage and period of time at which the drug is taken. So it is highly recommended to consult with your healthcare provider about using Nexium if you are naturally prone to bone fractures. Maybe there are additional supplements you should take along Nexium in order to minimize the risk of experiencing bone problems in case you are looking forward to use this drug over a long period of time.
- Nexium is known to interact with different medications, which may strongly affect the delivered effects or cause serious side effects. So before you start using Nexium it is very important to tell your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription medications that you are taking at the moment, or may be using in the future.
- Nexium is classified as a category B drug, which means that there were no studies concerning its use in pregnant women. Still, during animal test of the drug there was no harm to unborn babies observed. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the near future, you should discuss Nexium use with your doctor first.
- In case you have any liver conditions, you should take a lower dose of Nexium and tell your doctor about it first. The daily dosage for patients with liver conditions should not exceed 20 mg.
- It is unknown whether Nexium passes through breast milk. So if you're nursing at the moment it is recommended to avoid taking Nexium or start nursing for the course of medication.
Are there any restrictions on using Nexium?
There are certain conditions that make it impossible to use Nexium. So if you have any of the following, you aren't able to use Nexium: allergic reaction to Nexium or any of its ingredients; or allergic reaction to any other benzimidazoles.
What should I do if uncertain about Nexium use?
If you need Nexium for eliminating symptoms associated with GERD or other related conditions but aren't sure if Nexium is safe for you to take you should discuss this with your doctor or a pharmacist. Only a professional healthcare provider can suggest any effective measures or evaluate the safety of Nexium in your situation. Do not start using the drug without consulting with a doctor.