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What do you suggest if my dr prescribed 40mg nexium (esomeprazole). has anyone ever tried it and if so what were the benefits?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

40mg Nexium (esomeprazole) is PPI: Used for GERD and other GI conditions involving excessive stomach acid. This medication belongs to a group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors.

Answered 3/5/2015

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