Nexiome Tablets 20 mg (Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with water or other liquids and must not be chewed or crushed. Patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets may dissolve this medication in half a cup of still water. After stirring until the tablet is dissolved, it should be taken immediately or within 30 minutes without chewing, and the cup used should be rinsed with half a cup of still water and the rinsing water should be swallowed. The particles floating in water should not be chewed or crushed during ingestion.

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older follow the same dosage as adults. There is no dosing experience with children under 12 years old, so they should not be given this medication.

This medication should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to any of its components. Additionally, it should not be used in patients currently taking specific antibiotics or other drugs, breastfeeding mothers, or patients with a history of heart disease. This medication contains Yellow No. 5, and patients with an allergic reaction to this ingredient should exercise caution. Rarely, various side effects such as hematological abnormalities, allergic reactions, electrolyte imbalance, neurological disorders, gastrointestinal disturbances, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, etc., may occur, so immediate consultation with a doctor is advised if symptoms arise. Regular blood tests and electrolyte levels should be checked during long-term use. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if the patient is taking other medications, they must inform their doctor or pharmacist. Caution is especially required when used in conjunction with certain antibiotics, antiviral drugs, anti-coagulants, etc. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult with healthcare providers before using this medication. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so symptomatic treatment is crucial. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may change its quality, so caution is advised.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), anaphylaxis reaction/shock (severe allergic reaction), severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain (serious skin adverse reactions), difficulty breathing or wheezing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy (liver dysfunction), sudden and severe headache, seizures, confusion.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disorder, blurry vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea and vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, allergic reactions, and back pain.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Light pink, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [7 tablets/Alu-Alu×4]