Esotech 10 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

This medication should be swallowed with liquids such as water and should not be chewed or crushed. 1 tablet once a day orally.

Child dose

There is no experience administering to children under the age of 12.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to this medication or any of its components or have had hypersensitivity reactions, patients taking certain antiviral medications, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. When using this medication, various adverse reactions may occur. Although uncommon, reports have included urticaria, fever, liver dysfunction, psychological changes, and gastrointestinal disorders. Especially during long-term use, it is important to undergo regular blood tests or liver function tests. This medication inhibits gastric acid secretion and may slightly increase the risk of gastrointestinal bacterial infections. If diarrhea symptoms persist or worsen, one should immediately consult a healthcare professional. Long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures; therefore, patients at risk for osteoporosis should undergo bone density tests or appropriate management. Magnesium levels may decrease, so patients taking it for more than one year or those at risk of magnesium deficiency should regularly check their serum magnesium levels. This medication may interact with other medications, so if you are currently taking other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. Caution is needed when used in combination with antiviral agents, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, etc. During pregnancy, data on the safety of this medication is limited, so women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should discuss with their doctor before taking it. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication as it may be transmitted through breast milk. There are no specific antidotes for overdose, so if an overdose is suspected, immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers is not advisable as it may compromise quality.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria, severe swelling (including angioedema, edema of the face), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes → Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, mucocutaneous syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever → bronchospasm, asthma

Mild side effects

• Fever
• increased aspartate aminotransferase
• increased alanine aminotransferase
• insomnia
• B-cell lymphoma
• hair loss
• photosensitivity
• agitation
• mental confusion
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Light yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle