Nexome Tablet 20mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be taken with liquids such as water and must not be chewed or crushed. 1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: Administer 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist, can take for another 4 weeks. - Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence in patients with esophagitis: Administer 20 mg once daily. - Treatment of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: Administer once daily.

Children's dosage

Adolescents over 12 years of age - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: Administer 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks, the same as adults. Can take for an additional 4 weeks if necessary. - Treatment of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, patients with allergies or a history of hypersensitivity to this medication or its components, patients allergic to certain antibiotics, patients with a history of myocardial infarction, and nursing mothers should not receive this medication. Additionally, patients with allergies or a history of hypersensitivity to the dye Yellow No. 5 included in this medication should use it with caution. Care is required with this medication as various adverse reactions may occur. These include blood-related problems, allergic reactions, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes or itching, muscle pain, kidney problems, etc. Particularly with prolonged use, electrolyte imbalances such as hypomagnesemia may occur, so it is important to have regular blood tests. This medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, which can increase the risk of bacterial infections in the digestive tract, thus if diarrhea persists, one should consult a healthcare professional immediately. Prolonged use may increase the risk of fractures, so patients at risk for osteoporosis should undergo appropriate monitoring, including bone density testing. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to inform your healthcare provider, especially when taking antiviral drugs, anticoagulants, antibiotics, or anticonvulsants, and to carefully monitor for any changes in condition while taking the medication. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been fully established, so it is essential to consult with your physician if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. In cases of nursing, it is recommended to avoid breastfeeding as this medication may be passed into breast milk. In the event of an overdose, there are no specific antidotes; treatment should be administered according to symptoms and under the direction of a healthcare professional. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children and not transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylaxis, shock, angioedema, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain of oral/eye mucosa, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthmatic attacks, cough + fever.

Mild side effects

• Leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• agranulocytosis
• pancytopenia
• fever
• angioedema
• peripheral edema
• hyponatremia
• hypomagnesemia
• insomnia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, ideally at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Pale pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use: 14 tablets/AluAlu*2 For export: 28 tablets (14 tablets/AluAlu*2)