Antiium Tablet 40 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid, such as water, and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks; if symptoms persist, an additional 4 weeks should be taken. - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence in esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily; if symptoms persist continuously after alleviation, further treatment may be required.

Children's dosage

Adolescents 12 years and older 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks; if symptoms persist, an additional 4 weeks should be taken. - Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. It is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or its ingredients, or to benzimidazoles, or with a history of such sensitivity. Patients with allergies to penicillins or macrolide antibiotics should not use this medication when combining it with amoxicillin or clarithromycin for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori. Additionally, this medication should not be taken by patients receiving certain heart-related medications or antivirals, nursing mothers, or those with a history of myocardial infarction. Various adverse reactions may occur upon taking this medication. Decreased blood cell counts, hypersensitivity reactions, electrolyte imbalances, neurological symptoms such as headaches or dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting have been reported. Rarely, severe skin reactions, liver function abnormalities, or muscle problems may occur, requiring caution. Regular check-ups are necessary for long-term use of this medication. Specifically, for those who take it over a year, blood tests including magnesium levels should be conducted to check for abnormalities. Furthermore, if symptoms indicating malignancy are suspected, a specialist consultation should be sought before taking this medication. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist about any concomitant medications. Care should be taken when combining with drugs that affect blood coagulation, antivirals, or certain antibiotics. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been sufficiently established, and it should only be used under medical supervision if deemed necessary. It is recommended not to take this medication while breastfeeding. In the case of overdose, because there is no specific antidote, symptoms should be monitored, and appropriate treatment should be received. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, fever, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, severe allergic reactions, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin sloughing, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, bronchospasm, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), systemic.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, gynecomastia, weakness, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, facial swelling, flushing, fatigue, fever, influenza-like symptoms, edema.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. The recommended storage temperature is between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Pink, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets / PTP X 2)