Nexium or esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) prescribed to people who are suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease or in short, GERD. This is a type of chronic digestive disease where the stomach’s content comes back up into the esophagus because the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) improperly relaxes. The LES is responsible for preventing the food to return to the esophagus but when a person is suffering from GERD, it causes the LES to be weak thus …
Though Nexium played an important role in the treatment of this very common disease, more and more people are still looking for other alternatives. This is because of the side effects that it may cause especially if taking Nexium for long term. These side effects range from the common ones like diarrhea, vomiting, headache
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Chamomile is derived from the two Greek words kamai melon meaning ground apple because of its apple-like aroma and because this herb grows near the ground. Studies show that drinking German chamomile tea does not only promote general relaxation, it also helps in lessening the severity of digestive problems such as stomach pain, diarrhea, cramps, nausea and acid reflux if taken at least three times a day. Other uses of German chamomile include soothing burns and skin rashes, alleviate sleeping disorder (insomnia) and heal mouth sores and prevent gum disease. Though this soothing plant’s common form is tea, it is also available in capsule, tincture, essential oil, cream and ointment forms. Whether this gentle herb is used internally or topically, the side effect is very uncommon that’s why it is very safe to be used by both adult and children. German chamomile is even included in the list of substances Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) in the United States. But for those who are allergic to ragweed, daisies and the likes should avoid taking this
Possible side effects: “dry mouth, sedation, blurred vision (disturbance of accommodation, increased intra-ocular pressure), constipation, nausea, difficulty with micturition; cardiovascular side-effects (such as ECG changes, arrhythmias, postural hypotension, tachycardia, syncope, particularly with high doses); sweating, tremor, rashes and hypersensitivity reactions (including urticaria, photosensitivity), behavioural disturbances (particularly children), hypomania or mania, confusion or delirium (particularly elderly), headache, interference with sexual function, blood sugar changes; increased appetite and weight gain (occasionally weight loss); endocrine side-effects such as testicular enlargement, gynaecomastia, galactorrhoea; also convulsions (see also Cautions), movement disorders and dyskinesias, dysarthria, paraesthesia, taste disturbances, tinnitus, fever, agranulocytosis, leucopenia, eosinophilia, purpura, thrombocytopenia, hyponatraemia
Some of the immediate physical complaints include constantly feeling cold, bloodshot eyes with dark circles, finger calluses, dizziness, weakness, lackluster hair, moodiness, insomnia, no menstruation, swollen glands, weight loss, sore throat, or dry skin. Some of the long-term effects include extreme weight loss, gastrointestinal pain, diarrhea and/or constipation, malnutrition, loss of tooth enamel,
Some of the side effects are: Loss of appetite, Nausea and vomiting, weakness and fatigue, weight gain, premature menopause and hair loss.
- Some changes to an individual’s physical well-being includes: rashes, breathing difficulties, swellings, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stiffness, shaking, headaches, drowsiness, constipation, weight gain (whether these changes are the result of a medication), we need to check contraindications and medicine interactions before administration.
Protonix (pantoprazole) is used to treat such conditions where there is too much acid in the stomach. It is also use to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where the acid in the stomach comes back up into the esophagus. Side effects protonix may include such symptoms of low magnesium such as fast or uneven heart rate; jerking muscle movements; feeling jittery; diarrhea that is watery or bloody; muscle cramps, muscle weakness or limp feeling; cough or choking feeling; or headache, trouble concentrating, memory problems, weakness, loss of appetite. Before taking protonix (pantoprazole) inform the doctor of any allergies or any other drugs similar to do it. This drug is to be swallowed it is a delayed-released tablet. Do not split, crush, or chew it. You can take the tablet with or without
Nausea, vomiting, and oral thrush can occur with repeated or prolonged usage. Other side effects of antibiotics can be diarrhea. The diarrhea may also be a sign of a new infection such as, clostridium difficile. Anti-diarrheal medications are not indicated unless instructed by your provider (rxlist, n.d.).
Side Effects: Frequent urge to urinate, headache (continuing), loss of appetite (continuing), mood or mental changes, muscle pain or twitching, nausea or vomiting, nervousness or restlessness, slow breathing, swelling of feet or lower legs, unpleasant taste, unusual tiredness or weakness
Common side effects include: back pain or body aches, headache, dizziness, feelings of nervousness, sore throat, or stuffy nose.
Unfortunately, side effects are often go hand in hand with just about any drug; some more severe than others. Despite the strict regulation the FDA says it implements to ensure the highest possible safety of the drugs it approves for the public, it does pass drugs with a variety of side effects that range from dry-mouth to thoughts of suicide and potentially fatal internal problems. WebMD’s Information and Resources section explains how the FDA are able to justify this, by saying that as long
The most common side effects include bleeding gums, diarrhea, constant chills, loss of appetite, nausea, unusual weight gain or loss, and tingling hands. More serious side effects include delusions ("beliefs that are not true" dictionary.com), back or side pain, abnormal dreams, change of personality, lip smacking, irritability, and vomiting. The drug can also cause anxiety, rapidly changing moods, and hyperventilation. Less common side effects include small red- purple dots on the skin, yellow eyes, swollen joints, hair thinning, and excessive urination. Other less common side effects are puffy cheeks, loss of strength, loss of bladder control, and dizziness.
Some of the most common side effects include decreased breathing and most of the users that do this drug end up becoming physically dependent. Other side effects can vary from person to person but some of them are having constipation,
Adverse reactions to this medication are migraine, speech disorders, rhinitis, sinusitis, hyperglycemia, elevated liver function, elevated serum creatinine level, pancytopenia, bronchitis, dyspnea, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylaxis, elevated creatine kinase, generalized pain, and infection. Nursing considerations with this medication is to have the patient swallow the whole tablet and not to chew. Watch for aspiration while watching the patient take the medication. Educate the patient about the medication and inform them to notify a physician if bleeding
Esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate (Nexium) is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to treat acid reflux which occurs when acid moves back into the esophagus from the stomach. When we swallow food, it goes through the esophagus into the stomach. There is a round muscle at the bottom of the esophagus known as the sphincter that works like a valve. It relaxes when we swallow in order for food to pass through to the stomach. Proton pumps then release acid to help digest the food. The valve is closed tightly by the diaphragm in order to prevent acid from flowing back into the esophagus. At certain times, a small amount of acid flows back into the esophagus in what is called reflux. This is not very dangerous, but might be very harmful if acid continually splashes back into the esophagus for many years. A good treatment for acid reflux is Nexium, which is a proton pump inhibitor that binds to the parietal cell of the stomach lining and prevents H+/K+ ATPase from making acid.
There are some side effects of this drug, which your doctor may explain you at time of prescribing or you can also read it in a leaflet that comes along. If you
Side effects of this drug includes; papillary dilation, headache, hypertension, nausea, tachycardia, blurred vision, hypertonicity, and tremors