Nexium IV

What it is used for

NEXIUM IV: The short-term management of Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) in patients with oesophagitis and/or severe symptoms of reflux as an alternative when oral therapy is inappropriate. Prevention of rebleeding in patients following therapeutic endoscopy for acute, bleeding gastric or duodenal ulcers. Short-term management in patients requiring continued non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) therapy when oral therapy is inappropriate: – healing of gastric ulcers associated with NSAID therapy; – prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with NSAID therapy, in patients at risk. NEXIUM IV should be replaced with oral therapy as soon as practicable.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient esomeprazole

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.