What is Inexium called in India?
Inexium contains esomeprazole. In India the same medicine is sold as Nexpro or Raciper.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inexium Pending verification | France | esomeprazole A02BC05 | 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
| Nexpro Pending verification | India | esomeprazole A02BC05 | 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
| Raciper Pending verification | India | esomeprazole A02BC05 | 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Inexium called in India?
Inexium contains esomeprazole. In India the same medicine is sold as Nexpro or Raciper.
Is Nexpro exactly the same as Inexium?
Both contain esomeprazole (ATC A02BC05). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of esomeprazole are common in India?
Common forms include 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
