esomeprazole

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English

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Chemical structure of esomeprazole
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Etymology

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From es- (S-configuration) +‎ omeprazole.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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esomeprazole (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) An isomer of omeprazole (trademark Nexium) that is administered in the form of its magnesium salt (C17H18N3O3S)2Mg especially in the treatment of erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and duodenal ulcer.

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