Esomiloc 20 mg (Tablet (Enteric Coated))
Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Esomeprazole |
| Company | Kumudini pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief from chronic heartburn symptoms
- Healing of erosive esophagitis
- Maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis
- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection
- Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
- Management of acid-related Dyspepsia
- Healing of duodenal & gastric ulcers
Pharmacology
- Proton pump inhibitor
- Suppression of gastric acid secretion
- Enteric-coated pellet formulation
- Peak plasma levels at approximately 1.5 hours
- Metabolized in the liver
- Plasma protein binding
- Excretion in urine and faeces
Dosage
- Oral dosage form
- IV injection or IV infusion for specific indications
- Dosage varies based on the specific condition being treated
- Different dosages for adult and pediatric patients
Administration
- Tablet or capsule to be swallowed whole
- Oral suspension to be mixed with water and taken immediately
- IV injection prepared with 0.9% Sodium Chloride
- Specific instructions for administration through a nasogastric or gastric tube
Interaction
- Metabolized by CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 enzymes
- Inhibition of gastric acid secretion may affect drug absorption
- Studied interactions with various medications
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to any of the formulation
Side Effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Animal studies show no teratogenic effects
- Excretion in milk not studied
- Breastfeeding should be discontinued if essential
Precautions & Warnings
- Symptomatic response does not exclude the presence of gastric malignancy
- Specific instructions for patients with difficulty swallowing capsules
- Usage of antacids
- Caution with other medications affecting gastric pH
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients
- No overall differences in safety and efficacy in geriatric use
- Information on hepatic and renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Lethal dose in animal studies
- Signs of acute toxicity
- No specific antidote known
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment recommended
Storage Conditions
- Temperature not exceeding 30°C
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C17H19N3O3S
- Chemical Structure visual representation
Common Questions about Esomiloc 20 mg Tablet
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- Information on side effects and their duration
- Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Duration for the medication to take effect
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