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Eraeso 20mg is used in the treatment or prevention of diseases in which the lining of the digestive tract is damaged by stomach acid. Eraeso 20mg can be used alone or in combination with other drugs for better effect.1. What is Eraeso 20mg?
Eraeso 20mg is a brand name of Esomeprazole sold by prescription. The drug is manufactured by SAVI Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company. Eraeso 20mg tablets are available in the form of enteric-coated, pink, film-coated tablets with 2 meniscus, 1 dashed side and healthy border.
Each Eraeso 20 tablet contains Esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate equivalent to 20mg Esomeprazole and some other excipients just enough: Anhydrous sodium carbonate, sodium hydrocarbonate, lactose monohydrate, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, copovidone, magnesium stearate,...
Esomeprazole in Eraeso 20mg is a proton pump inhibitor, also abbreviated as PPI. Normally, hydrochloric acid plays many important roles in the digestion of food such as: Activation, creating environment, supporting pepsin enzyme to break down protide, contributing to opening and closing the pylorus, and breaking down cellulose in vegetables. However, when this acid is secreted too much or the resistance of the stomach lining is weakened, it becomes a "double-edged sword" that destroys the stomach lining.
Therefore, to prevent this, proton pump inhibitors are used to reduce gastric acid secretion.
2. What are the effects of Eraeso 20mg?
Based on the above mechanism of the Esomeprazole component, Eraeso 20mg is indicated for use in the treatment of conditions caused by excessive production of HCl in the stomach, including:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as GERD) called acid reflux (GERD): Treats the symptoms of GERD; Long-term treatment for relapse prevention in GERD patients with healed esophagitis; Treatment of esophageal ulcers caused by reflux. Combination with antibiotics and appropriate regimens for treatment and prevention of recurrence in gastric ulcers caused by H.Pylori. Treatment and prevention of peptic ulcers in at-risk patients with long-term non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Treatment of Zollinger Ellison syndrome (gastrin-secreting tumor): A condition that causes increased gastric acid secretion, severe and persistent gastric ulceration, which is difficult to treat.
3. How to use Eraeso 20mg?
Take Eraeso 20mg whole tablet at least 1 hour before eating. Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not chew, crush, break or dissolve the medicine in water to drink.
The usual dosage is prescribed by a doctor, but you can refer to the following dosage:
For GERD with esophageal ulcer, take 40mg of the drug (ie 2 Eraeso 20mg tablets) once a day, for 4 weeks, take it. an additional 4 weeks if symptoms persist or esophagitis persists; Take 1 Eraeso 20mg tablet once a day for the prevention of recurrence of esophageal ulcers or symptomatic treatment of GERD without esophageal damage; For people who need to take long-term non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs with peptic ulcer disease, use 1 Eraeso 20mg tablet/time for 4 to 8 weeks, for people at risk, take 1 pill/time/day; In Zollinger Ellison syndrome, the recommended initial dose is 2 Eraeso 20mg tablets twice daily, then adjust the dose according to the patient's response; With HP gastritis, the specific regimen and dosage are prescribed by the doctor depending on the patient. If necessary, this drug can be combined with Antacid. If you are also taking Sucralfate, take Eraeso 20mg at least 30 minutes before taking Sucralfate.
Use the medicine according to the dose and time prescribed by the doctor. If your conditions do not improve or get worse, tell your doctor.
4. Special instructions when using Eraeso 20mg
Before taking Eraeso 20mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you:
Are allergic to Esomeprazole or to similar medicines (such as Lansoprazole, Omeprazole) or any of its ingredients; History of liver disease; Lupus; Symptoms of a more serious condition such as: heartburn, dizziness, trouble breathing, unusual sweating, unexplained weight loss, trouble swallowing, vomiting blood or colorants like coffee grounds, wheezing wheezing,... and may need urgent medical help in this case. Ask your doctor about calcium supplements, vitamin D prevents osteoporosis if you have to take this drug for a long time or the user is elderly.
Be careful when using Eraeso 20mg for pregnant women or nursing mothers, only when absolutely necessary.
Some drugs can interact with Eraeso 20mg causing decreased effectiveness, increased side effects,... You need to consult your doctor if you are or plan to use them, such as: Saquinavir, Tacrolimus, Clarithromycin, Clopidogrel, Diazepam, Warfarin, Cilostazol, Digoxin, Methotrexate,...
If used too much this medicine can cause symptoms such as: Excessive sweating, blurred vision, confusion, irregular heartbeat , difficulty breathing, fainting, ... call 911 or go to the nearest medical facility for treatment.
5. What are the side effects of Eraeso 20mg?
Common side effects of Eraeso 20mg such as:
Headache; Diarrhea; Nausea; Flatulence; Stomachache; Constipation; Dry mouth. Serious side effects may occur that require immediate medical attention or emergency care if they are potentially life-threatening such as:
Severe diarrhea with bloody or watery stools, fever that does not go down; Fracture; Atrophic gastritis: Nausea, vomiting, weight loss,...; Low blood magnesium level: Convulsions, dizziness, cramps, muscle weakness, arrhythmia,...; Vitamin B12 deficiency: Anxiety, paresthesia, neuralgia, tingling, anxiety,...; Severe allergic reactions: Difficulty breathing, swelling of the face/throat/lips, itching, hives,...; Systemic lupus erythematosus ; Lupus erythematosus of the skin. The article has provided information about what Eraeso 20mg drug has, dosage and note when using. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Eraeso 20mg exactly as directed by your doctor, do not increase or decrease your dose or give prescriptions to others for use.
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