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Is nexium (esomeprazole) an antacid?
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No it is PPI: It is proton pump inhibiter, it cuts down the production of stomach acid by shutting down the gastric acid pump, thereby reducing the amount of acid in the stomach.
Answered 3/20/2018
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No: Nexium (esomeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor. H2 Blockers (Zantac, Tagament) also reduce the amount of acid in your stomach and considered antacids.
Answered 4/4/2017
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