ESOMEFOL 40mg Tablet 10’s

Uses of ESOMEFOL 40mg Tablet 10’s

It is used to manage: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Stomach ulcers and intestinal ulcers caused by helicobacter pylori infection and NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

How ESOMEFOL 40mg Tablet 10’s works

ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET belongs to proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of enzymes in the stomach cell. It hence reduces gastric acidity by blocking the final step in acid production and helps in relief of acid related indigestion and heartburn.

Directions for use

Take ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET with a glass of water.

Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side effects of ESOMEFOL 40mg Tablet 10’s

Common

headache diarrhoea stomach pain constipation flatulence nausea, vomiting benign polyps in the stomach (masses of cells that form on the lining inside your stomach)

Uncommon

swelling of the feet and ankles troubled sleep dizziness tingling sensations sleepiness dry mouth skin rash, bumpy rash (hives) and itchy skin fracture of joints such as hip, wrist or spine

Rare

weakness, bruising or make infections due to reduced number of white cells or platelets due to low levels of sodium in the blood causing weakness, being sick (vomiting) and cramps agitation, confused or depressed taste changes blurred vision suddenly feeling wheezy, short of breath (bronchospasm) oral inflammation fungal infection affecting the gut- thrush yellow skin, dark urine, and tiredness (liver problem) hair loss (alopecia) skin rash on exposure to sunshine pain in joints (arthralgia) or muscle (myalgia) lack of energy and feeling unwell and lacking energy increased sweating Stop taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: sudden wheezing, swelling of lips, tongue and throat or body, rashes, fainting or difficulty in swallowing (severe allergic reaction) reddening of the skin with blisters or peeling in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals indicative of Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis yellow skin, dark-coloured urine and tiredness (liver problems) fever with a severely reduced general condition or fever with symptoms of a local infection such as pain in the neck, throat or mouth or difficulties in urinating

How to manage side effects

DiarrheaDrink plenty of liquids such as water, fruit juices or electrolytes to avoid loss of water (dehydration) in your body. Consult your doctor if the symptom persists for long time. HeadacheRest and relax.

Frequently hydrate yourself by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the forehead if needed. Do not consume too much of alcohol.

Consult your doctor if symptom worsens. Nausea And VomitingTry to take ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals.

Avoid eating rich or spicy food.

Warnings and precautions

Monitoring requiredESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast feeding women as it is unclear whether it passes through the breast milk.

Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness and blurred vision after taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET.

ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET because it might increase the amount of acid in your stomach than normal which can irritate your stomach lining and worsen your symptoms. KIDNEYUse with CautionESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET.

LIVERUse with CautionESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET if you are allergic to Esomeprazole or to any ingredients of this medicine.

USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 12 years of age. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET.

USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in elderly patients (65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET. OTHERSBefore taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have or ever had a skin reaction after taking medicine to manage acidity are going to have a specific blood test (Chromogranin A) are losing a lot of weight without reason have problems swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion pass black stools (blood-stained faeces) have skin rashes especially after getting exposed in sun have joint pain

Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines: antibiotics used to manage ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infection (Ex. amoxicillin, clarithromycin) medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. nelfinavir, atazanavir) medicines used to manage blood clots (clopidogrel, warfarin) anti-fungal medicines (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole or voriconazole) medicine used to manage cancer (Ex. erlotinib) anti-depressants used to manage depression (Ex. citalopram, imipramine, clomipramine or St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) medicines used to manage anxiety, relax muscles or in epilepsy (Ex. diazepam) medicine used in epilepsy (Ex. phenytoin) medicines used to manage intermittent pain in your legs while walking caused by an insufficient blood supply (Ex. cilostazol) medicines used for indigestion and heartburn (Ex. cisapride) digoxin (medicine used for heart problems) methotrexate (medicine used in high doses to manage cancer) immunosuppressants for organ transplantation (Ex. tacrolimus) medicines used for management of tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin) medicines that increase magnesium such as diuretics (Ex. hydrochlorothiazide, chlorthalidone)

Overdosage

If you or anyone else accidentally takes more of ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose may include reduced physical (motor) activity, changes in respiratory rate, tremor, coordination-balance-speech disorders (ataxia) and intermittent fits (clonic convulsions).

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Keep ESOMEFOL 40MG TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature

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