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A member asked:

Is nexium (esomeprazole) hard on your liver? why does the package day to use caution if you have liver problems?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Its not that its: hard on your liver but it is digested by the liver and can cause problems in individuals with liver problems

Dr Romans agreed

Answered 3/1/2015

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