Exosium Tablet 40 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid such as water and must not be chewed or crushed. 1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40mg once daily for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist after treatment, continue for an additional 4 weeks. - Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence in patients with esophagitis: 20mg once daily. - For symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis:

Children's dosage

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

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergies to specific components or who have had hypersensitivity reactions. Also, patients taking certain antibiotics or antivirals, those with a history of myocardial infarction, or nursing mothers should avoid this medication. This medication may cause various adverse reactions, with common occurrences being headaches, abdominal pain, diarrhea, skin rash, and muscle pain. Rarely, serious blood abnormalities, liver function impairment, and severe allergic reactions have been reported, necessitating caution. Regular monitoring is needed during long-term use, especially since magnesium levels may drop. This medication reduces stomach acid and may increase the risk of infections due to increased bacterial growth in the gastrointestinal tract, so if diarrhea persists, consult a physician. Additionally, patients with osteoporosis should be cautious as the risk of fractures may increase. This medication interacts with many other drugs, so follow a doctor's instructions when co-administering. Some drugs are contraindicated for use together. Use with caution during pregnancy, and it is preferable not to use it while nursing. There are no specific antidotes in case of overdose, so supportive treatment for symptoms is necessary, and it should be kept out of reach of children. Be cautious with transferring medication to different containers, as it may not be good for maintaining quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reaction, shock, hypomagnesemia (severe hypomagnesemia may induce hypocalcemia and hypokalemia), pancreatitis, jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure, encephalopathy, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis

Mild side effects

Headache, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, depression, aggression, hallucinations, dizziness, altered perception, drowsiness, taste disturbances, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, gynecomastia, weakness, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, back pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will maintain the effectiveness of the medication and ensure its safety.

Appearance

Pink, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/Alu-Alu×2], 28 tablets/box [7 tablets/Alu-Alu×4]