Question 1

is it safe to take nexium (esomeprazole)  with oxybutynin?

Accepted Answer

No: They are safe to use together.

Question 2

is it safe to take nexium (esomeprazole) while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nexium (esomeprazole) is prescription drug for reflux known as a ppi (proton-pump inhibitor), which inhibits the acid pumps in your stomach from pumping away...Which is a good thing if you're 8 months pregnant after a double-cheese pizza!  but over-the-counter ppis are also considered safe in pregnancy and nursing, like Omeprazole (prilosec) and Lansoprazole (prevacid).

Question 3

is it safe to take nexium 40mg with st. john's wort?  i suffer with anxiety and have had chestpain not heart or lung related i've been told, i'm worried that there will be interaction, but i can't keep having these pains and burning sensations in my chest

Accepted Answer

Consider this...: Talk to your doctor before using esomeprazole together with St. John's wort. Combining these medications may reduce the blood levels &amp; effects of esomeprazole. Ref. http://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.php

Question 4

29years old been taking nexium (esomeprazole) 8years everything i try that's all that works my gastroenologist said that it is a safe drug if i don't take it its bad?

Accepted Answer

Not safe over years: Nexium (esomeprazole) is safe for short-term use. However, it can be quite hazardous to take it for a prolonged period of time (more than a few months) as it can lead to very serious, even life-threatening side effects- see http://www.naturalnews.com/036336_PPIs_acid_reflux_side_effects.html
&amp; http://chriskresser.com/what-everybody-ought-to-know-but-doesnt-about-heartburn-gerd
There are safer alternatives.

Question 5

can i take nexium (esomeprazole) and duromine 15mg together? is duromine generally safe? (ive read some horror stories on the net and now im not sure)

Accepted Answer

Should be okay.: There are no reported interactions between Nexium (esomeprazole) and  Duromine (phentermine.)  Regarding the safety of Duromine, it is usually a safe drug, when supervised under the care of a physician. Any medicine can have side effects, and a few of the rare side effects of Duromine can be severe, so be sure to follow your doctor's advice. good luck.

Question 6

is nexium (esomeprazole) safe to take year round or is it better to cycle? i seem to develop acid reflux within 6-12 months after discontinuing, every time.

Accepted Answer

Nexium (esomeprazole): Hold off Nexium (esomeprazole) when you are not having problems unless a doctor tells you otherwise for more unusual conditions (eosinophilia esophagitis etc.)

Question 7

is it safe to take xanax and nexium (esomeprazole) together?

Accepted Answer

Ok: It is okay to take both medicines together.

Question 8

hi doctors,is it ok to take lipitor (atorvastatin) and nexium 2 hours apart or longer.
thankyou?

Accepted Answer

Meds: It isn't necessary to take those drugs in time proximity to each other

Question 9

i take nexium have for 15 years it's all that works been reading neg things my doc said it's safe it's all that works if i don't take it i get reflux?

Accepted Answer

Reflux: In most cases, Nexium and medications of this class should not be used for years. It can cause a lack of nutrition absorption, thin bones, predisposition to infections, and kidney issues. Magnesium levels should be checked on patients using them.

There are reasons to take them for years which specific diagnoses. They are often over-prescribed. Speak to your doctor.

Question 10

i'm taking cipralex (lexapro) 10 mg and need to upper the dose of nexium (esomeprazole) to 2x20mg. i already take 1x morning. is raising nexium (esomeprazole) safe with cipralex?

Accepted Answer

Should be fine.: there are no reported interactions between Nexium (esomeprazole) And Lexapro. Be sure to take the medicines as prescribed. Good luck.

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Is it safe to take nexium 40mg with st. john's wort? i suffer with anxiety and have had chestpain not heart or lung related i've been told, i'm worried that there will be interaction, but i can't keep having these pains and burning sensations in my chest

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29years old been taking nexium (esomeprazole) 8years everything i try that's all that works my gastroenologist said that it is a safe drug if i don't take it its bad?

A member asked:

Can i take nexium (esomeprazole) and duromine 15mg together? is duromine generally safe? (ive read some horror stories on the net and now im not sure)

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Is nexium (esomeprazole) safe to take year round or is it better to cycle? i seem to develop acid reflux within 6-12 months after discontinuing, every time.

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Is it safe to take xanax and nexium (esomeprazole) together?

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Hi doctors,is it ok to take lipitor (atorvastatin) and nexium 2 hours apart or longer. thankyou?

A member asked:

I take nexium have for 15 years it's all that works been reading neg things my doc said it's safe it's all that works if i don't take it i get reflux?

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I'm taking cipralex (lexapro) 10 mg and need to upper the dose of nexium (esomeprazole) to 2x20mg. i already take 1x morning. is raising nexium (esomeprazole) safe with cipralex?

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