Nexium
Term · Oncology and biomedicine · MLC-T-ONC-005803
A drug that blocks acid from being made in the stomach. It is used to treat acid reflux disease and to prevent certain types of gastrointestinal ulcers. Nexium is being studied in the prevention of esophageal cancer and in the treatment of other conditions, including side effects of chemotherapy. It is a type of anti-ulcer agent. Also called esomeprazole magnesium.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ONC-005803 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oncology and biomedicine |
| Synonyms | esomeprazole magnesium |
| References | NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
Record as JSON
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