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GERD (Acid Reflux) (Expert Forum)
nexium vs prilosec otc
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
This forum is for questions and support regarding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) / Acid Reflux with topics including: Causes, Constipation, Diagnosis, Diarrhea, Drugs and OTC medications, Living with GERD, Loss of Appetite, Preventing Flare-ups, Research, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Support, Surgery, Tests, Treatments.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Dec 03, 2008 08:19PM
, Dec 03, 2008 08:19PM
Hi,
Nexium contains esomerazole (isomer of omeprazole).
Prilosec contains omeprazole.
Though the basic ingredient is the same, they have different properties and studies have shown that esomeprazole works better than omeprazole..
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Nexium contains esomerazole (isomer of omeprazole).
Prilosec contains omeprazole.
Though the basic ingredient is the same, they have different properties and studies have shown that esomeprazole works better than omeprazole..
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Member Comments (1)
by ivan1801, Jul 23, 2009 12:18PM
A related discussion, Nexium and Insurance was started.
