Uses of Capesto 40

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1. What are the uses of Capesto 40?

1.1. What is Capesto 40? Capesto 40 has the main ingredient: Esomeprazole 40 mg. Esomeprazole Magnesium Dihydrate microparticle ingredients include: Esomeprazole Magnesium Dihydrate, Hypromellose (HPMC E5), Mannitol, Sucrose, Crospovidone, HPMC Phthalate, Diethyl Phthalate.
Capesto 40 drug with the main ingredient esomeprazol 40 mg is a product of US Pharma USA Co., Ltd - Vietnam. The registration number is VD-22063-14. Packaged medicine: Box with 3 blisters x 10 tablets on blister. Prepared hard capsules containing enteric coated seeds.
1.2. What does Capesto 40 do? Capesto 40 is a medicine used to treat erosive reflux esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), it prevents inflammation, gastric ulcer and duodenal rebleeding after having been treated. intravenous injection, Zollinger Ellison syndrome. Capesto 40 contains the main ingredient esomeprazole, which is a substance that reduces the secretion of acid in the stomach.
Capesto 40 is indicated for use in the following subjects:
Adolescents over 12 years old:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Treatment of ulcers caused by reflux esophagitis; Prevention of recurrence of esophagitis; Treatment of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease and esophagitis. Combined with antibiotics in eradicating Helicobacter pylori. Adults:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Combined with antibiotics in eradicating Helicobacter pylori: Heal gastric and duodenal ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori. Prevention of recurrent peptic ulcer disease in patients infected with Helicobacter pylori. In Patients Taking Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): Prevention of ulcers in patients taking NSAIDs or in patients at risk. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and some other cases are accompanied by increased acid secretion in the stomach. Long-term treatment, after intravenous treatment to prevent re-bleeding due to peptic ulcer.

2. Usage of Capesto 40

2.1. How to take Capesto 40 Different drugs will usually be prescribed different routes of administration. Absolutely do not arbitrarily use drugs by other routes.
Capesto 40 is made in the form of hard capsules containing enteric coated seeds, so patients use the drug orally. The drug is taken 30 minutes before meals and with boiled water to cool.
2.2. Dosage of Capesto 40 Children over 12 years old and adults.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease: Treatment of reflux esophagitis: 40mg daily for 4 weeks. If the patient still has inflammation, it can be used for another 4 weeks.
To prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20mg per day.
Symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and oesophagitis: 20mg per day if the patient does not have reflux esophagitis treated for about 4 weeks.
Combined with antibiotics in eradicating Helicobacter pylori: 20mg of Esomeprazol combined with 1g of amoxicillin and 500mg of clarithromycin, twice daily for 7 days.
In patients taking NSAIDs: Treatment of stomach ulcers caused by NSAID anti-inflammatory drugs: 20mg daily for 4-8 weeks.
Prophylaxis of gastric ulcers in people at high risk of gastrointestinal complications, but who require continued treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: 20mg orally per day.
Treatment of Zollinger Ellison syndrome: The recommended starting dose is Esomeprazole 40mg twice daily. Then adjust according to the individual patient's response and continue treatment when clinically indicated.
Patients with impaired renal function : No dose adjustment is required in patients with impaired renal function. Due to little experience with the use of the drug in patients. Patients with impaired liver function: No dose reduction is required in patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment. In patients with severe hepatic impairment, the maximum dose of 20 mg Esomeprazole should not be exceeded. Elderly: No dose adjustment is required in the elderly. Children under 12 years of age: There are no data on the use of Esomeprazole in children under 12 years of age.
Handling when missed dose: absolutely do not forget dose because it will affect the effectiveness of treatment. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and do not overlap the next dose.
Treatment of overdose: When there are abnormal symptoms due to drug overdose, it is necessary to immediately contact the nearest doctor or medical facility for timely treatment.

3. Contraindications of Capesto 40

Capesto 40 is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Esomeprazole, benzimidazoles or any of its ingredients.
Should not be used concurrently with nelfinavir, atazanavir.

4. Notes when taking Capesto 40

When any of the 1 alarm symptoms are present: significant unintentional weight loss, vomiting, difficulty swallowing, or vomiting blood or black stools. Suspicion or presence of gastric ulcer should exclude malignancy because treatment with Esomeprazole may reduce symptoms and delay diagnosis. Patients on long-term treatment (especially those treated for more than 1 year) should be monitored regularly. Patients on treatment regimens when necessary should contact a specialist if symptoms change in character. Esomeprazole is indicated on an as-needed basis, taking into account the implications for interactions with other drugs because plasma concentrations of Esomeprazole may be altered. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase deficiency should not take Esomeprazole. Treatment with proton pump inhibitors may slightly increase the risk of gastrointestinal infections compared with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Co-administration of Esomeprazole with atazanavir is not recommended. If the combination of atazanavir with a proton pump inhibitor is unavoidable, close monitoring is required. Esomeprazole may decrease the absorption of vitamin B12. Therefore, consideration should be given to the use of the drug in patients with reduced vitamin B12 stores or risk factors for reduced vitamin B12 absorption during long-term therapy. Co-administration of Esomeprazole and clopidogrel is not recommended. Patients at risk for osteoporosis should be cared for according to current clinical guidelines and should receive an appropriate dose of vitamin D and calcium.

5. Side effects of Capesto 40

Common:
Nervous system disorders: Headache. Digestive disorders: Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, nausea/vomiting. Uncommon:
Metabolic and nutritional disorders: Peripheral edema. Psychiatric disorders: Insomnia. Nervous system disorders: Dizziness, paresthesia, somnolence. Gastrointestinal disorders: Dry mouth. Hepatobiliary disorders: Increased liver enzymes. Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Dermatitis, pruritus, rash, urticaria. Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Fractures of the hip, wrist, and spine. Rare:
Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Leukopenia, thrombocytopenia. Immune system disorders: Hypersensitivity reactions such as fever, angioedema, anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions. Metabolic and nutritional disorders: Hyponatremia. Psychiatric disorders: Agitation, confusion, depression. Nervous system disorders: Taste disturbances.

6. How to store Capesto 40

Store in a cool, dry place, at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, in the original packaging and protected from light. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Capesto 40 is a prescription drug, so it should not be used without the prescription of a specialist. Do not use Capesto 40 medicine beyond the expiry date printed on the blister pack, medicine box, with expired medicine should be discarded and disposed of according to regulations.

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