PurplePill.com: What NEXIUM Does

NEXIUM relieves the heartburnThe most common symptom of acid reflux disease (also known as gastroespohageal reflux disease, or GERD). Heartburn feels like a burning pain in the center of the chest. It is caused by acid from the stomach backing up into the esophagus. pain.

To understand what NEXIUM does, you need to understand that the lining of your stomach contains millions of special cells that produce acid via "acid pumps." When that acid backs up into your esophagusThe tube that carries food from your throat to your stomach. (generally caused by a relaxation of your lower esophageal sphincter) you may experience a burning sensation of heartburn. To reduce the chance of heartburn symptoms like this, NEXIUM turns off some of those acid pumps. For many people, one NEXIUM pill a day provides complete 24-hour relief from frequent, persistent heartburn. Your results may vary.

NEXIUM heals the damage.

Prolonged acid refluxBackflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. Acid reflux frequently happens when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxes more often than it should and/or at inappropriate times. This allows harsh stomach juices to back up into the esophagus. can, over time, slowly wear away or erode the lining of your esophagus. For many people, NEXIUM can heal these erosions in 4 to 8 weeks. Your results may vary.