Esomeprazole

Also known as (S)-omeprazole, Nexium, and Esomeprazol.

Latest news on esomeprazole

13 October 2026
Asahi Kasei Therapeutics' HOVILPRI approved for refractory mucocutaneous HSV in immunocompromised adults

Oral helicase‑primase inhibitor pritelivir is the first novel‑mechanism FDA‑approved HSV therapy in ~30 years; Phase 3 showed 63% vs 34% healing by Day 28. US availability expected before end of 2026.