Nexiten Tablet 20 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be taken whole with liquids such as water and not chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence in patients with esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. Symptomatic relief.

Children's dosage

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

This medication should not be used in certain patients. It should not be administered if there is an allergy or history of hypersensitivity to this drug or its components, or to benzimidazoles. Additionally, antibiotics used for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori, such as penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, should not be taken in conjunction with this drug in case of allergy. Patients taking certain heart-related medications or antiviral drugs, as well as nursing women and patients with a history of myocardial infarction, should not use this medication. This drug contains Yellow No. 5 dye and should be used cautiously in patients allergic to this component. Various adverse reactions may occur when taking this drug, thus caution is required. For example, blood-related issues, allergic reactions, electrolyte imbalances, mental symptoms, gastrointestinal problems, skin rashes, muscle pain, etc., may occur. Particularly with long-term use, electrolyte abnormalities such as hypomagnesemia may arise, necessitating regular tests. Since this medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, it may slightly increase the risk of some bacterial infections. Therefore, if diarrhea symptoms persist, consult a physician. Prolonged use at high doses may increase the risk of fractures, so patients at risk of osteoporosis should be cautious. This medication can interact with several drugs, so if taking other medications, it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist, particularly regarding care when using in conjunction with warfarin, methotrexate, antiviral drugs, certain antibiotics, clopidogrel, etc. Due to limited safety data regarding this drug during pregnancy, it should be used cautiously, and its use is not recommended during breastfeeding. In the event of overdose, no specific antidote is available, so treatment should be symptomatic, and it should be kept out of reach of children. Lastly, if using this medication for an extended period or if symptoms change, it is advisable to consult a physician and to take the minimum effective dose and duration.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, hypomagnesemia, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, DRESS syndrome, nephritis, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, serious edema or urination abnormalities, rhabdomyolysis, severe skin reactions, seizures, convulsions, confusion, severe headache.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory abnormalities, drowsiness, taste disorders, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, oral mucositis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal bloating, allergic reaction, etc.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. To maintain the drug's effectiveness, it should be stored at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Pale pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [(14 tablets/Alu-alu X 2)]