Neksium Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Neksium Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Neksium Injection safe for pregnant women?
Neksium can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Neksium, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Neksium Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Neksium may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Neksium should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Neksium Injection on the Kidneys?
Using Neksium does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Neksium Injection on the Liver?
Neksium has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Neksium Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Neksium for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neksium Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Neksium Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Neksium Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Neksium Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Neksium Injection is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Neksium Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Neksium Injection
Taking Neksium Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Neksium Injection
Consuming Neksium Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This is because a long-term use of Neksium can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Neksium helps to prevent and heal the ulcer. It is the main indication of this drug. However, It is best to consult your doctor to seek the right treatment of ulcer.
Yes, Neksium can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking this two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Neksium is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the specific duration as directed by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as stomach upset, cramp & muscle aches, headache, dizziness, and vomiting. If you experience above-mention side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Take Neksium as long as needed, but do not take more than 4 weeks. If your symptoms still persist even after 4 weeks then consult your doctor before taking this drug afterward.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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