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I have been diagnosed with dyspepsia and am on nexium (esomeprazole). i have been experiencing heart palpitations when i lie down (day or night). is this normal?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

No: Having heart palpitations anytime is not normal. Indigestion and/or Nexium (esomeprazole) do not cause heart palpitations either. If you're having heart palpitations, you should see your doctor to be sure that they are not signs of a cardiac problem. Do not delay seeing your doctor. Good luck.

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Answered 4/16/2015

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A member asked:

I have been diagnosed with dyspepsia and am on nexium (esomeprazole). i have been experiencing heart palpitations when i lie down (day or night). is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

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