Alpieso 40mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Hydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication must be swallowed with liquids 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 not treated or symptoms persist, another 4 weeks of treatment is necessary. - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: once daily with 20 mg.

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 and older - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If not treated or symptoms persist, another 4 weeks of treatment is necessary. - Gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

This medication should not be administered to patients who have hypersensitivity to its specific components or to benzimidazoles or who have experienced such reactions in the past. Also, when used in combination with amoxicillin or clarithromycin for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori, patients with hypersensitivity to these antibiotics should not use this medication. This medication cannot be used in combination with certain cardiovascular drugs or antivirals, and should be avoided by nursing women or patients with a history of myocardial infarction. While taking this medication, various side effects such as decreased blood cell counts, allergic reactions, nervous system symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, etc., may occur, so consult with a healthcare professional immediately if any abnormal symptoms arise. Regular examinations are needed for prolonged use of this medication, particularly because magnesium levels may decrease, so periodic monitoring is recommended. Since this medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, it may increase bacterial growth in the gastrointestinal tract, so if diarrhea or infection symptoms persist, a hospital visit should be made immediately. Additionally, this medication has a high possibility of interacting with other drugs, so if other medications are being taken, it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist, particularly when taken with drugs affecting blood coagulation or antivirals. Data on the safety of this medication during pregnancy is limited, so it should be taken cautiously during pregnancy, and it is advisable not to use it while nursing. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so appropriate treatment according to symptoms must be obtained, and it should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylactic reaction, shock, severe allergic reactions with high fever, severe rash, blisters, peeling skin, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), severe skin reactions, liver failure with or without jaundice

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, vertigo, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, precordial pain

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve the medication's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

Pink rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

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