FDA approves first generic esomeprazole

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FDA approves first generic esomeprazole

01/26/2015 02:06 PM EST

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first generic version of Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules) to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults and children ages 1 and older. Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the amount of acid in the stomach.

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