How does Nexium work?
Information reviewed July 24, 2026
Nexium blocks the proton pump in the stomach lining — the final step in acid production. By blocking this pump, it dramatically reduces the amount of acid the stomach produces, allowing ulcers and inflamed esophagus tissue to heal.
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