MD Esomeprazole Tablets 20 Milligrams (Esomeprazole Magnesium Hydrate)

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: Administer 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - Long-term maintenance therapy for preventing recurrence in esophagitis patients: Administer 20 mg once daily. - Symptomatic treatment regimen of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis: Administer 20 mg once daily.

Children's dosage

Adolescents over 12 years old 1) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: Administer 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. - Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to this drug or its ingredients, or those allergic to specific antibiotics should not take it. Additionally, it is advisable for women with heart disease or those who are breastfeeding to avoid using this drug. Be cautious as various side effects may occur when taking this medication. Common side effects include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation, while serious reactions such as blood abnormalities or skin rashes may occur rarely. Regular check-ups are necessary with long-term use, especially for those taking the drug for more than a year, to periodically check magnesium levels and bone health. This medication may interact with other medications, so if you are taking any other drugs, it is crucial to consult a doctor or pharmacist. Caution is required when taken with certain antiviral or anticoagulant drugs. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed during pregnancy, so it should be used with caution under medical guidance. If breastfeeding, it is advisable to avoid this medication as it may be transmitted through breast milk. In case of an overdose, there is no specific antidote, so treatment should be symptom-based, and it is important to keep it out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions and shock, severe hypomagnesemia, angioedema, severe rash on the skin, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or ocular mucosa, shortness of breath, asthma attacks, jaundice characterized by yellowing of the skin or eyes as signs of liver dysfunction, sudden and severe headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe swelling, swelling accompanied by elevated blood pressure, agranulocytosis, pancytopenia

Mild side effects

Mild headache, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, mental confusion, depression, aggression, hallucinations, taste disturbances, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, joint pain, muscle pain, muscle weakness, drug-induced interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help maintain the medication's efficacy for an extended period.

Appearance

Pale pink round film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x 2)