In 2 weeks, I am going to have an endoscopy since I have gerd. They are going to check for inflammations and other structures in the gastro system. I have been on Nexium for around 2 months now, but I still continue to have reflux symptoms (heartburn & regurgitation). If I keep taking Nexium for the 2 weeks the procedure, would it affect the accuracy of the test?
2007-12-17 10:03:23 · 3 answers · asked by Jay 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Call the office of the doctor who ordered the test and ask the staff this question. It is too important to trust to the answers from lay strangers on the Internet.
2007-12-17 10:07:45 · answer #1 · answered by Judy B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While I doubt it would change the outcome of the upper GI, you really should ask your Healthcare Provider that information. They are more familiar with your case, and back ground. It could be dangerous to alter your meds without speaking to your Physician.
2007-12-17 10:11:23 · answer #2 · answered by Steven W BSN,RN 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is esomeprazole?
Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Esomeprazole is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Esomeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).
Esomeprazole may also be given to prevent gastric ulcer caused by infection with helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), or by the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Esomeprazole is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.
Esomeprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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2016-04-27 02:22:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋