Esomezol-Dial Sustained Release Capsules 20 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

For the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) erosive esophagitis, take 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist or are untreated, continue for another 4 weeks. For long-term maintenance therapy for preventing recurrence in esophagitis patients, the dosage is 20 mg once daily.

Child dose

For adolescents over 12 years old, take 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks to treat erosive esophagitis. There is no experience with dosing in children under 12 years.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients, those who have experienced hypersensitivity reactions, patients taking specific antiviral drugs, and women who are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Caution is necessary when using this medication, as various side effects may occur. Common side effects may include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, etc., while rarely, blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, mental changes, neurological problems, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, etc., have been reported. It is important to regularly check health status when taking this medication for long periods. In particular, those taking it for more than a year should consult a doctor regarding magnesium levels and fracture risks. As this medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, it lowers the acidity in the stomach, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, if diarrhea persists, consultation with healthcare providers is advised. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to inform your doctor or pharmacist and take care, especially if taking antiviral drugs, anticoagulants, certain antidepressants, and anticonvulsants. Caution is required when using this medication during pregnancy, and it is safer not to take it while breastfeeding. In case of overdose, there are no specific antidotes, so appropriate treatment should be received based on the symptoms, and it should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. It is important to consult healthcare providers immediately if any abnormal symptoms or discomfort arise during the use of this medication.

Serious side effects

Rash, angioedema, anaphylactic reaction/shock, hypocalcemia due to hypomagnesemia, hypokalemia, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), hepatitis with or without jaundice, liver failure, encephalopathy, severe edema, encephalitis, difficulty breathing, severe

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• insomnia
• anxiety
• mental confusion
• depression
• aggression
• hallucinations
• taste disturbance
• blurred vision

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent contact with air or moisture, preferably at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be well maintained and used safely.

Appearance

A sustained-release hard capsule consisting of white or pale yellow tablets and cloudy pink tablets, with white-pink upper and lower parts.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 30 capsules/box[(10 capsules/PTP x 3)], 100 capsules/bottle