Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Composition of Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Esrabe-20 mg Tablet contains Esomeprazole 20 mg. It belongs to the Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) class of medicines.

Uses of Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

• Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• heartburn and acid regurgitation
• erosive esophagitis
• peptic/duodenal ulcer
• prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers; part of H. pylori eradication regimen (with antibiotics) as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Reduces stomach acid
• Relieves heartburn and reflux symptoms
• Promotes healing of erosive esophagitis/ulcers
• Helps prevent NSAID-associated gastric ulcers

How Esrabe-20 mg Tablet works

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It irreversibly blocks the gastric H+/K+ ATPase (proton pump) in stomach parietal cells, reducing acid production and relieving acid-related symptoms while allowing ulcers/erosions to heal.

How to take Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Tablet: take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily 30–60 minutes before food (preferably before breakfast). Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew. Duration depends on condition; complete the course.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause confusion, blurred vision, sweating and a fast heartbeat. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Esrabe-20 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• flatulence
• constipation
• dry mouth
• dizziness

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in liver disease; inform doctor if you have alarm symptoms (unexplained weight loss, persistent vomiting, difficulty swallowing, blood in vomit/stools). Long-term use may increase risk of vitamin B12 deficiency, low magnesium, fractures, and infections (e.g., C. difficile). May mask symptoms of gastric cancer—evaluate if symptoms persist/return. Not for immediate relief of acute heartburn.

Do not take Esrabe-20 mg if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Clopidogrel (reduced effect), warfarin (INR changes), phenytoin, diazepam, digoxin, methotrexate (high-dose), tacrolimus, atazanavir/nelfinavir (reduced levels; avoid), ketoconazole/itraconazole/iron salts (reduced absorption)

How to store Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Esrabe-20 mg Tablet

Take it before breakfast, not after a meal. Eat smaller meals, avoid late dinners, raise the head of your bed and avoid smoking — these do as much as the tablet for reflux.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MEU AMOR

Therapeutic class:

Anti-ulcer/Antacid

Drug class:

Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)