Creso 20 mg (Tablet (Enteric Coated))

Unit Price: ৳ 5.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 300.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 50.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Esomeprazole
Company	Apex pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Creso 40 mg tablet

Title

Creso 20 mg Tablet

Description

Creso 20 mg Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor indicated for relieving chronic heartburn symptoms, healing erosive esophagitis, maintaining healing of erosive esophagitis, eradicating Helicobacter pylori infection, treating Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, acid-related dyspepsia, duodenal & gastric ulcers, and more.

Dosage Instructions

20 mg or 40 mg Once Daily for 4-8 Weeks for Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
20 mg Once Daily for Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
20 mg Once Daily for Symptomatic GERD
40 mg Once Daily for Helicobacter Pylori Eradication in Triple Therapy
20-80 mg Once Daily for Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
20-40 mg Once Daily for Acid-related Dyspepsia
20 mg Once Daily for Duodenal Ulcer for 2-4 Weeks and 20-40 mg Once Daily for Gastric Ulcer for 4-8 Weeks
IV Injection: 20 mg or 40 mg Once Daily for Adult Patients and Weight-based Dosage for Pediatric Patients
80 mg IV Infusion for Risk Reduction of Rebleeding of Gastric or Duodenal Ulcers in Adults

Administration

Tablet or capsule should be swallowed whole and taken one hour before a meal. Oral suspension should be taken with water and can also be administered through a nasogastric or gastric tube. IV injection should be prepared with 0.9% Sodium Chloride for intravenous injection and administered intravenously over a specified period.

Interaction Warnings

Creso may interfere with absorption of drugs where gastric pH is important. Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity. Co-administration with certain drugs and clarithromycin may impact plasma levels of Creso and 14-hydroxyclarithromycin.

Side Effects

Headache
Diarrhea
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 use is considered essential.

Precautions

Symptomatic response does not preclude gastric malignancy
Patients with difficulty swallowing can mix pellets with applesauce
Antacids may be used while taking Creso

Special Populations

Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness not established
Geriatric Use: No overall differences in safety and efficacy observed
Hepatic Insufficiency: No dosage adjustment recommended for mild to moderate hepatic insufficiency
Renal Insufficiency: Pharmacokinetics in patients with renal impairment not expected to be altered

Overdose Effects

Acute toxicity in rats observed at high doses. No specific antidote known. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.

Storage Conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Chemical Structure

Molecular Formula: C17H19N3O3S
Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-433-esomeprazole-chemical-structure-Tj2Jfp1VmPkRjNXznKqC.svg

Commonly Asked Questions

What is Creso 20 mg Tablet?: A proton pump inhibitor used to treat conditions involving excess stomach acid.
What is Creso 20 mg Tablet used for?: Relieving heartburn, healing esophagitis, preventing its recurrence, and more.
What are the side effects of Creso 20 mg Tablet?: Headaches, diarrhea, nausea, gas, stomach pain, constipation, dry mouth.
Can I take Creso 20 mg Tablet if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?: Consult a doctor to assess risks and benefits.
How long does it take for Creso 20 mg Tablet to work?: Usually starts to work within a few hours.