Esmic 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

• For the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
• Provides relief from heartburn, pain and chest pain due to acid reflux disease (Gastroesophageal reflux disease).
• To treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a condition of increased acid production in the stomach due to a tumour.
• It helps to eradicate infection of the bacteria H. Pylori, which if left untreated, can cause ulcers.

• If you are allergic to Esomeprazole or any other ingredients of Esmic Tablet.
• If you are taking an anti-HIV medicine - Nelfinavir.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Bloating
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Dry mouth

Other General Warnings

• You are undergoing long term treatment of this medicine.
• You are using anti-HIV medicines like Atazanavir or Nelfinavir.
• You develop stomach infections after using Esmic Tablets.
• You have unexplained weight loss, frequent vomiting, difficulty in swallowing and blood vomitings.
• You are an elderly patient on a long term therapy. It increases the risk of fracture of hip, wrist and spine bones.
• You have a vitamin B12 deficiency. The use of this medicine can result in very low levels of Vitamin B12 in prolonged therapy.
• You are undergoing treatment for a bacterial infection caused by H. pylori and are using an antibiotic called Clarithromycin.
• You have a skin disorder, Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, characterised by a rash on areas of skin exposed to the sun.
• You have a magnesium deficiency. It can result in very low levels of magnesium characterised by weakness, fits and irregular heartbeat.

• Esmic Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• It should be taken on an empty stomach.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume it more than recommended by the doctor.

• Esmic Tablets should be stored in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can affect the way Esmic Tablet works or Esmic Tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Concomitant use of Digoxin, a medicine used to treat heart failure with Esmic Tablet increases the effect of Digoxin and may result in toxicity.
• The use of anti-HIV medicines like Atazanavir and Nelfinavir with this medicine can decrease the effect of anti-HIV medicines.
• Esmic mg can increase the effect of Phenytoin, a medicine used to control fits, Voriconazole (antifungal) and Diazepam, a medicine used for a psychiatric disorder.
• The blood-thinning action of Warfarin is increased when used together with Esmic mg and there is a risk of bleeding.
• Other medicines such as Cisapride (used for constipation), Clopidogrel & Cliostazal (Blood thinner), Tacrolimus and Methotrexate (Immunosuppressants) should be used cautiously with Esmic Tablets.
• You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction.