The 10mg formulation is often prescribed for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions related to excessive stomach acid.
It comes in sachet form, which can be mixed with water for oral administration.
Benefits:
-Reduces symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation.
-Helps heal erosive esophagitis caused by acid reflux.
-Can be used to prevent gastric ulcers in patients taking NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
-promotes healing of erosive esophagitis, which is inflammation and damage to the esophagus caused by stomach acid, thereby improving overall esophageal health.
-May provide relief from Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a condition that causes excessive stomach acid production.
Precautions:
-Consult a healthcare provider before use if you have liver disease, osteoporosis, or low magnesium levels.
-Long-term use may increase the risk of kidney disease and certain gastrointestinal infections.
-Not recommended for individuals allergic to esomeprazole or any other components of the formulation.
-Use with caution in elderly patients or those on multiple medications due to potential drug interactions.
Side Effects:
-Common side effects include headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, and abdominal pain.
-Serious side effects may include severe allergic reactions (rash, itching/swelling), kidney problems (changes in urine output), and low -magnesium levels (muscle spams, irregular heartbeat).
-Long-term use has been associated with an increased risk of Clostridium difficile infection in the colon.
Main Ingredients and Their Benefits:
Esomeprazole magnesium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid production, which helps in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid.
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