ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM vs NEXIUM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 16, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM	NEXIUM
Rating	66/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM	ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
Manufacturer	Mylan	Astrazeneca
Dosage forms	Capsule, delayed release, Powder, extended release	Capsule, delayed release, Powder, delayed release
Drug class	Proton Pump Inhibitor	Proton Pump Inhibitor
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Duodenal Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux	Duodenal Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux

esomeprazole magnesium nexium

Rating

66/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM

Manufacturer

Mylan

Astrazeneca

Dosage forms

Capsule, delayed release, Powder, extended release

Capsule, delayed release, Powder, delayed release

Drug class

Proton Pump Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Duodenal Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Esomeprazole Magnesium or Nexium?

By our independent rating, Nexium scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.3 out of 5 for Esomeprazole Magnesium. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Esomeprazole Magnesium and Nexium?

Both Esomeprazole Magnesium and Nexium share the active ingredient Esomeprazole Magnesium.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.