Ostem Esomeprazole 20mg Tablets (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 - If esophagitis does not improve, an additional 4 weeks of treatment may be necessary - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence: 20 mg once daily - Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily

Children's dosage

Adolescents over 12 years - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily (as needed)

This medication should not be administered to individuals with known allergies or hypersensitivity to any of its components. Caution is particularly needed when taken in combination with certain antibiotics or antiviral medications as side effects or drug interactions may occur. Pregnant or nursing women, as well as individuals with a history of heart disease, are advised against taking this medication. Also, those with allergic reactions to any colorants included in this medication should use it cautiously. Rarely, various side effects such as blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal disorders, liver function abnormalities, and skin rashes may occur while taking this medication. Regular check-ups are needed for long-term use, and any changes in symptoms should be discussed with a physician. This medication can lower stomach acid, which might promote bacterial growth in the gastrointestinal tract, thus slightly increasing the risk of gastrointestinal infections. Long-term high-dose use may increase the risk of fractures, so patients at risk for osteoporosis should be cautious. Additionally, it may cause decreased magnesium levels, so magnesium levels in the blood should be regularly monitored during long-term use. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist about any other medications you are taking. Caution should be exercised when using this medication during pregnancy, and it is safest to avoid it while breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote available, so appropriate treatment should be provided according to symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, bronchospasm, respiratory difficulty or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), hepatitis, liver failure, encephalopathy, sudden and severe headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances.

Mild side effects

• Leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• agranulocytosis
• pancytopenia
• fever
• angioedema
• peripheral edema
• hyponatremia
• hypomagnesemia
• insomnia

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Pale pink rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

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