Unisium Tablet 20mg (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) - For treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - For continued treatment of erosive esophagitis: additional 4-week course - Maintenance therapy for recurrence prevention: 20 mg once daily - For treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older - For the treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - For continued treatment: additional 4-week course - For gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 1 day

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergies to specific ingredients or drugs, or a history of such reactions. It should be avoided in patients with a history of myocardial infarction or those who are breastfeeding. This medication may cause various side effects, including headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, skin rash, muscle pain, among others, so if symptoms are severe or persistent, consult a physician. If used for a long time, it is important to undergo regular examinations to monitor health status. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are currently taking medication, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Particularly, caution is required when taken with certain antibiotics or antivirals, and some drugs should be avoided in combination. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been fully established, so it should be used carefully as directed by a doctor. It is advisable not to use this medication while breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so seek immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to other containers to avoid deterioration in quality or accidents.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, severe hypomagnesemia, microscopic colitis, jaundice, liver failure, encephalopathy, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), interstitial nephritis, severe skin adverse reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, taste disturbances, blurred vision, bronchospasms, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, fatigue, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal distension, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, sternal pain, facial swelling, flushing,

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28T (14T/PTP X 2)