Nexium 40 mg (Esomeprazole) is a high-strength **proton pump inhibitor (PPI)**. It works by blocking the final step of acid production in the stomach, providing sustained acid reduction and allowing damaged tissue in the esophagus to heal.
This medication is primarily used for moderate to severe conditions under medical supervision.
Your doctor may prescribe Nexium 40 mg for:
- **Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD):** Chronic acid reflux that causes symptoms like heartburn and acid regurgitation.
- **Erosive Esophagitis:** Healing and maintenance of damage to the esophagus caused by stomach acid.
- **Stomach Ulcers:** Treatment or prevention of stomach ulcers, often alongside antibiotics for H. pylori infections or for patients taking long-term NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen).
- **Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome:** Conditions where the stomach produces too much acid.
Always follow your doctor’s instructions precisely. The usual dose is:
- **One tablet** once daily.
- Take the tablet at the same time each day, often before a main meal (e.g., in the morning).
- **Swallow the tablet whole** with water. Do not crush, chew, or break the delayed-release tablets.
While generally well-tolerated, side effects can occur. Common ones include headache, diarrhea, stomach pain, and flatulence.
- Prescription Required: In Egypt and the US, the 40 mg strength requires a valid doctor’s prescription.
- Call Your Doctor If: You experience unusual muscle pain, fatigue, swelling of the face/throat, or bloody diarrhea.
- **Not for Immediate Relief:** Nexium is not for immediate heartburn relief and may take 1 to 4 days to reach its full effect.
We stock authentic **Nexium 40 mg 28 tablets** manufactured by AstraZeneca.
- **Official Pricing:** The current regulated price for a 28-tablet pack in Egypt is approximately **EGP 488.00** (as of 2026).
- **In-Store Pickup:** Visit us at our Mohamed Saeed Street location.
- **Fast Delivery:** We offer efficient delivery services to your hotel or residence within Hurghada.



