Esoroxen Tablet (Naproxen, Esomeprazole)

Adult dose

Orally administer 1 tablet (Naproxen 500 mg/Esomeprazole 20 mg) twice a day. This medicine should not be split, chewed, or crushed; it should be swallowed whole with water. It is recommended to take it at least 30 minutes before meals.

This medicine should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if you regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily, as it may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medicine can affect the cardiovascular system, so those with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should be especially cautious, as serious issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke may occur, and symptoms should be monitored closely. It may also affect the gastrointestinal system, leading to bleeding, ulcers, or perforation in the stomach or intestines, and the risk may increase especially in the elderly or those taking it for extended periods. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with allergies to certain components, active peptic ulcer disease, severe blood disorders, or severe liver, heart, or kidney diseases. Patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease, blood disorders, liver or kidney impairment, asthma, and the elderly should be particularly cautious when using this medicine. Various adverse reactions may occur during treatment, and symptoms such as skin rashes, gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular abnormalities, and liver and kidney dysfunction should be monitored closely. This medicine may interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform if you are currently taking other medications; caution is needed when used with certain antiviral agents, anticoagulants, diuretics, etc. This medicine should especially not be taken during late pregnancy, and it is best to avoid it while breastfeeding, as its components can be transferred to breast milk and affect the baby. Safety and efficacy have not been established in children under 18 years old, so it is not recommended. In the elderly, the risk of adverse effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding is higher, so it should be used cautiously at the minimum effective dose, and regular checks on liver and kidney functions are important during treatment. This medicine may cause drowsiness or weakness, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. When taking this medicine, it should be swallowed according to the specified method, preferably 30 minutes before meals.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, breathlessness or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Appetite loss
• fluid retention
• hyperkalemia
• hyperuricemia
• anxiety
• depression
• insomnia
• confusion
• abnormal dreams
• dizziness

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Yellow, oval-shaped film-coated tablets consisting of three layers

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle