NEXIUM 40 mg Pill - purple capsule/oblong, 14mm
Generic Name: esomeprazole
Pill with imprint NEXIUM 40 mg is Purple, Capsule/Oblong and has been identified as Nexium 40 mg. It is supplied by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals.
Nexium is used in the treatment of Barrett's Esophagus; GERD; Erosive Esophagitis; Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis; Helicobacter Pylori Infection and belongs to the drug class proton pump inhibitors. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Nexium 40 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
Images for NEXIUM 40 mg
Nexium
- Generic Name
- esomeprazole
- Imprint
- NEXIUM 40 mg
- Strength
- 40 mg
- Color
- Purple
- Size
- 14.00 mm
- Shape
- Capsule/Oblong
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Drug Class
- Proton pump inhibitors
- Pregnancy Category
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule
- Not a controlled drug
- Labeler / Supplier
- AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
- National Drug Code (NDC)
- 00186-5040
See also:
More about Nexium (esomeprazole)
- Check interactions
- Compare alternatives
- Pricing & coupons
- Reviews (212)
- Drug images
- Side effects
- Dosage information
- Patient tips
- During pregnancy
- Generic availability
- Support group
- Drug class: proton pump inhibitors
- Breastfeeding
- En español
Patient resources
Other brands
Professional resources
Other formulations
Related treatment guides
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.