Nemeol Tablet 40 milligrams (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication must be taken orally with water or another liquid and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms are not resolved or persist, an additional 4 weeks is required. - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: once daily,

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 and older: - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist or are not resolved, additional 4 weeks of dosing is needed. - Gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to individuals with allergies to this drug or its components, or with a history of hypersensitivity to benzimidazole derivatives. Additionally, those who are allergic to amoxicillin or clarithromycin, when used in combination for eradication of Helicobacter pylori, should not use this drug. Women with specific heart conditions or those who are breastfeeding should also avoid this medication. Caution is necessary when taking this drug, as various adverse reactions may occur. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting can commonly occur. Rarely, blood-related issues or severe allergic reactions, psychiatric symptoms, and skin rashes can also occur, and if any unusual symptoms arise, consultation with a healthcare professional should be sought immediately. Long-term use of this medication, especially for over one year, requires regular health check-ups and blood tests. This drug suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract. Patients at risk for osteoporosis or those with a high risk of fractures should be cautious about long-term use due to an increased risk of fractures. This drug can interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any concurrent use of specific antiviral drugs, anticoagulants, and anticonvulsants. Due to limited data on the safety of this drug during pregnancy, caution is advised if pregnant, and it is best to avoid use while breastfeeding. In case of overdose, as there is no specific antidote, it is essential to receive symptomatic treatment. This medication must be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthmatic attacks, liver abnormalities (jaundice), liver failure, encephalopathy, sudden

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• paresthesia
• drowsiness
• taste disturbances
• blurred vision
• bronchospasm
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• diarrhea

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is important to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP*2)