Bosomezol Tablet 40mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed whole with liquids like water and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment for erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - If not treated or symptoms persist, take for an additional 4 weeks - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence: 20 mg once daily - Treatment of symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily - After symptom relief,

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment for erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - If not treated or symptoms persist, take for an additional 4 weeks.

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 to those with hypersensitivity to certain antibiotics. Additionally, women with a history of myocardial infarction or who are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients should be cautious as various adverse reactions can occur when taking this drug. For instance, there may be a decrease in blood cell count, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, liver dysfunction, skin rashes, and others. Regular monitoring is necessary for those on long-term therapy, and immediate consultation with a doctor is required if symptoms change. This drug suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract, so special caution should be taken, especially in hospitalized patients if diarrhea persists. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, hence patients at risk for osteoporosis require periodic monitoring. Furthermore, this drug may interact with other medications, so any other drugs being taken must be reported to healthcare providers. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been sufficiently established, so it should be used with caution, and it is advisable not to take it during breastfeeding. In the case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be symptomatic and supportive. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reaction/shock, skin shedding, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous Pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), microscopic colitis, jaundice, liver failure, encephalopathy, severe edema, interstitial nephritis, sudden and severe headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Also, it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for an extended period.

Appearance

Pink, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/PTP