Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate 20 mg Tablets

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid, such as water, and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist or treatment is incomplete, an additional 4 weeks is necessary. - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Treatment of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 1

Children's dosage

Adolescents 12 years and older - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist or treatment is incomplete, an additional 4 weeks of dosing is required. - Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

This medication should not be administered to patients with hypersensitivity to certain components or benzimidazole derivatives, or who have experienced such reactions in the past. It should also be avoided in patients taking certain antibiotics or some heart-related medications, nursing mothers, and patients with a history of myocardial infarction. This medication contains the dye Yellow No. 5, so patients who are allergic or hypersensitive to this component should use it cautiously. Although rare, various side effects such as blood-related abnormalities, allergic reactions, electrolyte imbalances, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal disturbances, liver function abnormalities, skin rash may occur during use, so if symptoms appear, consultation with a physician is necessary. Regular checks for adverse reactions are essential during long-term use. This medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, reducing acidity in the stomach, which may increase the risk of bacterial infections and fractures, so patients at risk of osteoporosis should be particularly cautious. Long-term use may also lead to hypomagnesemia, necessitating magnesium level checks and possible supplementation if needed. This medication may interact with other medications, so if other medications are being taken, it is important to inform the physician or pharmacist, and it should be avoided with certain medications. Safety during pregnancy has not been fully established, so it should be used with caution, and it is advisable not to use it during nursing. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so treatment should be symptomatic and it should be stored out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions/shock, jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome (skin and mucosal hypersensitivity syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough + fever

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, elevated liver enzymes, hepatitis, liver failure, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, erythema multiforme, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal distension

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way ensures the effectiveness of the medication is maintained safely.

Appearance

Pale pink oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets per box [(7 tablets/Alu-Alu x 4)]