Xelpro MUPS 20 mg (MUPS Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 550.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Esomeprazole mups preparation |
| Company | Pharmasia limited |
Title
- Xelpro MUPS 20 Tablet
- Xelpro MUPS 40 Tablet
Categories
- Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- NSAID associated gastric ulcer
- H. pylori eradication
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- Idiopathic hypersecretion
Indications
- Risk reduction in NSAID associated gastric ulcer
- H. pylori eradication (Triple therapy)
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion
Composition
- 133.333 mg (15%w/w) of Esomeprazole enteric coated pellets equivalent to 20 mg Esomeprazole
- 266.67 mg (15% w/w) of Esomeprazole enteric coated pellets equivalent to 40 mg Esomeprazole
Formulation
- Multiple-Unit Pellet System (MUPS)
- Modified release coated multiparticulates
Bioavailability
Ensures greater bioavailability
Drug Release
- Rapid dissolution of enteric coating
- Uniform drug release
Dosing
- Once daily dosing
- 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks
- 20 mg once daily for maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis
Administration
- Swallow whole with liquid
- Dispersible in non-carbonated water
- Not to be chewed or crushed
Metabolism
- Metabolized in the liver by CYP2C19 and CYP3A4
- Not likely to inhibit CYPs 1A2, 2A6, 2C9, 2D6, 2E1 and 3A4
Drug Interactions
- No clinically significant interactions with specific drugs
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to any of the formulation
Side Effects
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution advised
- Not known if Esomeprazole or its metabolites appear in human breast milk
Precautions
- Severe liver dysfunction
- Severe renal impairment
- Increased risk of fracture with long-term use
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool & dry place below 25°C, protect from light, keep out of reach of children
Molecular Formula
C17H19N3O3S
Chemical Structure
Esomeprazole (MUPS preparation)
Common Questions
- PPIs work by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach
- Used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and other conditions
- Aids in healing erosive esophagitis
- Prevents erosive esophagitis recurrence
- Common side effects may include headaches, diarrhea, and nausea
Quick Tips
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime
- Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium
- Consult your doctor for any signs of kidney problems