H-Prasole Tablet 40 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquids such as water and must not be chewed or crushed. 1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - If necessary, 20 mg once daily.

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older should take the same dosage as adults. There is no experience with dosages in children under 12 years, so it should not be used.

This medication should not be used in patients with specific allergic reactions. In particular, it should be avoided in those with hypersensitivity to this medication, its components, or benzimidazoles. Furthermore, when used in conjunction with antibiotics such as amoxicillin or clarithromycin for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori, this medication should not be used in patients allergic to these antibiotics. Patients taking specific heart-related medications or antiviral agents, as well as breastfeeding women, should not take this medication. This medication can cause various side effects, with common symptoms including headaches, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Rarely, blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, liver dysfunction, and severe skin reactions can occur, so any abnormal symptoms should prompt immediate consultation with a physician. Long-term use may lead to electrolyte imbalances such as decreased magnesium levels; therefore, regular testing is necessary. Moreover, this medication lowers gastric acidity, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach, so if diarrhea persists, medical personnel should be informed. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist especially if you are taking anticoagulants, antibiotics, antiviral drugs, or anticonvulsants. Caution is required as there is a risk of side effects due to changes in blood concentration when used with other medications. If using this medication during pregnancy, careful consideration should be given, and it is safest not to take it while breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so treatment based on symptoms and general management is required, and it should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. When using this medication, it is important to administer the minimum dose and duration as directed by a physician and to consult a specialist immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

• Angioedema
• anaphylactic reactions/shock
• severe rash with fever
• blisters
• skin peeling
• oral/ocular mucosal pain
• hives
• yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• profound lethargy
• sudden severe headache

Mild side effects

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

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x 2)