Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate 20 mg Tablets

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid, such as water, and should not be chewed or crushed. 1. Adults 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - If untreated or symptoms persist, continue for an additional 4 weeks. - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Treatment of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis:

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - If untreated or symptoms persist, continue for an additional 4 weeks.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, patients with allergies to this medication or its components, those taking specific antibiotics or medications, and breastfeeding women should not use this medication. While taking this medication, various adverse reactions may occur, requiring caution. Common symptoms may include headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, but rarely, serious side effects such as blood abnormalities, skin rashes, and liver dysfunction may also occur. Regular checks should be conducted to monitor health status if this medication is used for a long duration, and immediate consultation with a physician is required if symptoms change. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals of any co-administered medications. Caution is particularly needed when used in combination with certain antibiotics, antivirals, and blood coagulation medications. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a doctor before using this medication, and it is advisable not to take this medication while breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so it is necessary to visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may compromise quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis reaction/shock, hypomagnesemia, mental confusion, fever, agranulocytosis, pancytopenia, liver failure, jaundice, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), interstitial nephritis, severe edema, very severe headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, taste disorders, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, myalgia, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, chest pain, facial swelling, fatigue, fever, leg edema, dizziness

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. By following these storage guidelines, the effectiveness and safety of the medication can be well preserved.

Appearance

Light pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets × 2 EA (Alu-Alu))