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Is taking 2 nexium (esomeprazole) 22.3 mg over the counter same as prescription brand name nexium (esomeprazole) 40 mg ? my doctor said it ok bec my insurance won't cover nexium (esomeprazole) 40
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YES: as usual OTC doses are about one halp Prescription dosage! It's the same medication ...no problem! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 4/2/2018
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