| This article outlines some of the reported side | | | | people who do find taking Nexium has |
| effects of Nexium and pays special attention to | | | | causedthem hair loss will find little comfort in the |
| hair loss as oneof these side effects. | | | | knowledge that they are in the minority of |
| What is Nexium? | | | | Nexium users. The hair loss side effecthas been |
| In case you didn't know, Nexium, also known as | | | | mostly reported in men, but women should still be |
| the 'purple pill,' is a very effective treatment for | | | | aware of the potential. |
| the pain anddiscomfort of heart burn and acid | | | | What can I do if hair loss happens to me while |
| reflux. For most people Nexium will be the answer | | | | taking Nexium? |
| to their suffering; however, for some | | | | You have a range of options including reducing |
| Nexium will not work. Bear in mind that almost all | | | | your dose, discontinuing the dose, or changing |
| drugs have reported side effects.The real | | | | medications altogether. |
| consideration for anindividual is to decide whether | | | | However, probably the wisest course of action is |
| taking the drug for one condition (in this case | | | | to consult your doctor. They will be able to work |
| heart burn) is worth suffering otherunintended | | | | with you in determiningwhat is causing your hair |
| side effects. Some of these side effects for | | | | loss. Remember, just because you are taking |
| Nexium include trouble breathing and swallowing as | | | | Nexium, doesn't necessarily mean your hair loss |
| well as dizziness and vision problems. Instances of | | | | can be solely attributable to this action. Hair loss is |
| hair loss have also been reported. Obviously, being | | | | a complex condition and canbe caused by multilple |
| as informed as possible before taking any drug is | | | | factors, including stress, anemia and thyroid |
| the best policy. This means getting as much | | | | conditions. You may stop taking Nexium only to |
| information as you can. A good place to start is | | | | continue suffering from heart burn and find that |
| by reading the packaging and instructions. You can | | | | your hair loss continues. |
| usually find a website on the packaging, which will | | | | Ultimately, you must make the decision of |
| be a very good point of reference. Consulting | | | | whether it is better to suffer from one condition |
| your doctor is always recommended. S/he will be | | | | in order to treat anothercondition. The best thing |
| able to give you an informed opinion about | | | | to do is be aware of the side effects before you |
| whether Nexium, or any drug for that matter, is | | | | start your treatment. In this way you can be |
| right for you. They will also be able to suggest | | | | morein control of your health. When it comes to |
| ways of coping with and managing any side | | | | Nexium and hair loss, you can find some comfort |
| effects that do manifest themselves. | | | | in the fact that most people succesfully take the |
| What are the chances of hair loss when taking | | | | treatment without experiencing hair loss. |
| Nexium? | | | | Therefore, the chances of you suffering hair loss |
| It is important to place the reports of hair loss | | | | as a result of treating your heart burn with |
| when taking Nexium in context. This side effect | | | | Nexium are low as compared to the relief you |
| appears to be very rare. Thechances are you will | | | | can experience from the pain and discomfort of |
| not experience hair loss. Having said this, those | | | | heartburn. |