NC Waterfront Homes for Sale. When moving to the coastal region of southeastern North Carolina, many consider living in a waterfront community. Homes in our area may be built on the white sands of our beaches or the tranquil waters of the Intracoastal Waterway. Perhaps the idea of living on the Cape Fear River is more appealing.
Two of the most commonly prescribed PPIs are omeprazole (brand name: Prilosec) and esomeprazole (brand name: Nexium). Both are now available over the counter (OTC). But is there really any difference between them? Take a closer look at both to see what benefits one medication may offer over the other.
How Nexium Harms the Kidneys. Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor, and prevents the stomach from overproduction of acid. It turns off some of the acid producing pumps in the stomach while leaving others to operate normally. Less creation of acid means no more heartburn and its related damage to the esophagus.