Esoguard Tablet 40 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be taken 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 symptoms continue, an additional 4 weeks of treatment is recommended. - Maintenance therapy for prevention of esophagitis recurrence: 20 mg once daily. - Symptom treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis.

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 and older - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks; additional 4 weeks if symptoms persist. - Gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis.

This medication should not be used by patients with allergies or hypersensitivity to specific ingredients. It is important to avoid using certain antibiotics or specific heart-related medications while taking this drug. Women with a history of heart disease or who are breastfeeding are advised not to take this medication. Rarely, this medication may cause a decrease in blood cell count, allergic reactions, or neurological symptoms. Regular health check-ups are required for long-term use, and if symptoms change, it is essential to consult a doctor. This medication inhibits gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of certain bacterial infections, so if symptoms such as diarrhea persist, healthcare professionals should be notified. Long-term or high-dose use may increase the risk of fractures, so bone health should be monitored. This medication is not suitable for patients with specific genetic metabolic disorders. For those taking it for more than three months, serum magnesium levels should be checked regularly to ensure adequate levels. This drug may interact with other medications, so if other medications are being taken, healthcare professionals should be informed. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been fully established, so caution is needed for use during pregnancy. It is advisable to avoid taking this medication while breastfeeding. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote; appropriate treatment should be provided based on symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers. If skin rash, severe allergic reactions, or muscle pain occur during the course of taking this medication, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions, shock, severe allergic reactions, hypomagnesemia (severe), hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure, encephalopathy, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), interstitial nephritis, severe edema, severe edema or dysuria

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory disturbance, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, elevated liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, arthralgia, myalgia, muscular weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, lethargy, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, facial swelling, facial flushing, fatigue, fever,

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). This will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication over time.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/AluAlu x 2)