PurplePill.com: Preparing for your visit to the doctor

Being better prepared may help you feel better.

The more information you give your doctor about your symptoms, the better. That’s why we created this Conversation Guide for you. Interact with it. Jot down a few notes. Then print or download this guide before your visit to the doctor. This is for your personal use. We will not use this information. After all, the more prepared you are, the more productive your visit will be.

I suffer from heartburn or more time a week.

My heartburn occurs most often:

During the day	After meals	When I go to bed
When I exercise	When I bend over

Here’s how my symptoms are affecting my daily routine:
I am taking the following over-the-counter and/or prescription
heartburn medications:
Have there been any major changes in your life recently? Yes No
If you answered Yes, enter what has changed.
List any other medication you are taking in addition to your
heartburn medication.


	Type in any notes or questions you have right here.

NEXIUM is prescribed for the treatment of frequent, persistent heartburn symptoms due to acid reflux disease. These symptoms typically occur on 2 or more days per week despite treatment and diet change.

For many people, NEXIUM can also heal damage to the esophagus caused by acid reflux. This damage can occur over time, when acid from the stomach erodes (wears away) the lining of the esophagus. Only a doctor can determine if you have this condition, called erosive esophagitis. Most erosions heal in 4 to 8 weeks. Your results may vary.

Side effects with NEXIUM include headache, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Symptom relief does not rule out other serious stomach conditions.

Please read the Important Product Information and discuss it with your doctor or healthcare professional.

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