ネキシウムカプセル10mg
Esomeprazole
Esomeprazole · ネキシウム
Esomeprazole (Nexium) is a proton pump inhibitor for reflux, gastric ulcers and H. pylori eradication. In Japan it is prescription-only, in 10 mg and 20 mg capsules and granules. Nexium 24HR, the OTC version sold in the US, is not available.
At a glance
- Prescription status
- Prescription only
- Over the counter
- Not sold OTC
- Bringing it into Japan
- ✓ 1 month Rx / 2 months OTC
- Names abroad
- Nexium
Over the counter
No proton pump inhibitor is sold OTC in Japan. The OTC alternative for heartburn is the H2 blocker famotidine (Gaster 10, Class 1).
Prescription products in Japan
20 productsProducts on Japan's national drug price list. Prescription only: a clinic visit is needed, and pharmacies may substitute a generic with the same ingredient.
| Brand names | ネキシウム |
|---|---|
| Generic | 16 generic products |
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 10mg · 20mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥19.4 – ¥70.4 Official NHI drug price. Patients with Japanese insurance pay 10–30%; visitors without it pay the full price plus consultation fees. |
Product names are shown in Japanese, exactly as printed on the package and the prescription. Show this page at the pharmacy.
ネキシウム懸濁用顆粒分包10mg
ネキシウムカプセル20mg
ネキシウム懸濁用顆粒分包20mg
エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg
8 manufacturers: DSEP · YD · ケミファ · サワイ · トーワ · ニプロ …
エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg
8 manufacturers: DSEP · YD · ケミファ · サワイ · トーワ · ニプロ …
All listed products (20) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| ネキシウムカプセル10mg | Oral · ¥27.2/capsule |
|---|---|
| ネキシウムカプセル20mg | Oral · ¥48.2/capsule |
| ネキシウム懸濁用顆粒分包10mg | Oral · ¥39.1/packet |
| ネキシウム懸濁用顆粒分包20mg | Oral · ¥70.4/packet |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「YD」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「ケミファ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「サワイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「日新」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル10mg「杏林」 · Generic | Oral · ¥19.4/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「YD」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「ケミファ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「サワイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「日新」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
| エソメプラゾールカプセル20mg「杏林」 · Generic | Oral · ¥33.7/capsule |
Bringing it into Japan
Up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine, or 2 months of OTC medicine, without any paperwork. For more, apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel.
Getting it prescribed in Japan
Any clinic can prescribe it after a consultation. Bring the original packaging or a medication list. Use the hospital finder to find clinics with English-speaking staff or an international patient office.
Names abroad
| US | Nexium |
|---|---|
| UK | Nexium |
| Korea | 넥시움 |
| China | 耐信 |
| Taiwan | 耐適恩 |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
I take Nexium daily. What if I run out in Japan?
See a doctor at a clinic; esomeprazole is prescribed routinely. Bring your medication list. Without Japanese insurance you pay the full cost, usually a few thousand yen for the visit plus the drug.
Sources
- Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Bringing medicines for personal use into Japan mhlw.go.jp
This page describes how a medicine is regulated and sold in Japan. It is not medical advice and does not cover dosing for your situation; follow your doctor's and pharmacist's instructions.