Esomeprazole Magnesium Dihydrate 20 mg Tablet

Adult dosage

This medication must be swallowed with liquid such as water and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - If symptoms persist or are not resolved, continue for an additional 4 weeks - Maintenance therapy for prevention of recurrence in patients with esophagitis: 20 mg once daily - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older - Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks If symptoms persist or are not resolved, an additional 4 weeks of treatment is required.

This medication should not be administered to patients with certain allergies or hypersensitivity. For example, it should not be used in patients who are hypersensitive to this medication, its ingredients, or benzimidazole derivatives, or in those who have previously experienced such reactions, as well as patients taking certain antibiotics or medications. It is also advisable not to use this medication in breastfeeding women or in patients with a history of myocardial infarction. Furthermore, patients allergic to any colorants included in this medication should use it cautiously. Care must be taken when administering this medication as various side effects may arise. Side effects such as blood-related abnormalities, allergic reactions, electrolyte imbalance, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, liver function abnormalities, skin reactions, muscle pain, etc., have been reported. In particular, regular examinations should be conducted during long-term use, and if any symptoms change, the doctor must be consulted immediately. Long-term use of this medication may increase the risk of certain infections due to bacterial overgrowth in the stomach. Additionally, this medication can interact with other drugs, so patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist of any medications they are taking. Some drugs may be contraindicated or require caution when used together. During pregnancy, no significant abnormalities have been found in animal studies, but it should be administered cautiously in pregnant women, and it is safe not to use it while breastfeeding. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so appropriate treatment should be provided according to symptoms, and it should be stored out of the reach of children. Care must be taken not to transfer this medication to another container as it may affect quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis reaction, shock, significant swelling, severe swelling, severe allergic reactions, hepatitis with or without jaundice, liver failure, encephalopathy, severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe neurological symptoms, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, pancytopenia, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, eosinophilia

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, altered sensation, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, joint pain, muscle pain, muscle weakness, encephalopathy, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal distension, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, sternum pain

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Pale pink, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP × 2)