EXIAL 20 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

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. - Recurrence prevention maintenance therapy: 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment in patients without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily. - If needed, 20 mg may be taken once daily (due to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug administration).

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 in patients without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily.

This medication should not be administered to patients with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to any specific ingredients. In addition, drug interactions may occur when taken with certain antibiotics or antiviral drugs, so if you are taking other medications, consult a doctor or pharmacist. It is safe not to administer this medication to breastfeeding women. Various side effects such as headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, and skin rash may occur during treatment, so if symptoms are severe or persistent, medical personnel should be informed. Long-term use requires regular testing to check for adverse reactions, particularly magnesium levels or liver function tests may be necessary. This medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, which can lead to bacterial overgrowth in the gastrointestinal tract; therefore, if diarrhea persists for a long time, consult medical personnel. Patients with osteoporosis or a high risk of fractures should regularly check their bone health during long-term use. This medication inhibits certain enzymes, which can affect the blood concentration of other medications; therefore, consult a professional if you are taking other medications. In the case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so immediate medical attention is required for proper treatment. Store in a place where children cannot reach and keep in the original packaging to ensure safety.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis reaction/shock, jaundice, hepatitis, hepatic failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), interstitial nephritis, rhabdomyolysis, arrhythmias (including ventricular fibrillation, Torsades de pointes), hypertension with associated systemic edema, severe.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, vertigo, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzyme levels, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, joint pain, muscle pain, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, fatigue, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal distension, allergy.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

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