esomeprazole

noun

es·omep·ra·zole | \ ˌes-ō-ˈmep-rə-ˌzōl, -ˈmē-prə-, -ˌzȯl

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Medical Definition of esomeprazole

: an isomer of omeprazole 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 — see nexium

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