Nelphra Tablet 40mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid (like water) and should 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 for recurrence prevention in patients with esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily.

Children's dosage

Adolescents over 12 years 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - Symptomatic treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Patients with allergies to this drug or its components, or a history of hypersensitivity to the benzimidazole class, should not use it. Patients allergic to certain antibiotics used with this medication should also avoid taking it. Patients taking specific cardiac medications or antiviral agents and women who are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Care should be taken when taking this medication as various side effects may occur. Reports of various adverse reactions have been noted, including blood-related abnormalities, immune responses, electrolyte imbalance, changes in mental state, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, abnormal liver function, and skin reactions. In particular, if symptoms such as myalgia or weakness occur, immediate consultation with medical personnel is advised as there may be a serious possibility of muscle damage. Regular health check-ups are necessary if this medication is used for a long time. If gastrointestinal symptoms worsen or new symptoms appear, consulting a physician is essential. Additionally, this medication can lower gastric acidity and increase the risk of gastrointestinal bacterial infections, so if diarrhea persists, it should be communicated to healthcare providers. This medication can interact with other drugs, so if you are taking any medications, make sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Care should be taken especially when used with anticoagulants, antiviral agents, certain antibiotics, and anticonvulsants. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been fully established; thus, pregnant women should consult their physician for careful consideration before taking it. Breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medication. As there is no specific antidote for overdose, if symptoms occur, it is essential to visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original packaging.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, hypomagnesemia leading to hypocalcemia and hypokalemia, mental confusion, blurred vision, bronchospasm, pancreatitis, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, skin rashes, urticaria, erythema multiforme, mucocutaneous syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Lyell's syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reactions with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, taste disorders, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal bloating, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, sternum pain.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/Alu-Alu x 2)