Neksium 40mg Vial Of 0.04gm Powder For Injection
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Neksium 40 MG Description
Neksium 40mg Inj contains esomeprazole, which is used when there is excessive acid reflux and helps by decreasing the acid production in the stomach. It belongs to the medication class called proton
pump inhibitors.
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Contains | Esomeprazole(40.0 Mg) |
Therapy | ANTACID |
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Uses of Neksium 40 MG
Neksium 40mg Inj uses are in stomach ulcer; ulcer in the initial part of the intestine; inflammation of the protective lining in the stomach (gastritis); Helicobacter pylori infection in the stomach, where it is used together with antibiotics; gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is also known as heartburn...
Contraindications of Neksium 40 MG
Avoid using Neksium 40mg Inj if you are allergic to esomeprazole or any other medicines with proton pump inhibitory activity such as pantoprazole, lanzoprazole, rabeprazole and omeprazole; if you are on any medications for HIV infection; if you have or suspect to have stomach cancer...
Side effects of Neksium 40 MG
Neksium 40mg Inj side effects include headache, pain in the stomach, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence, nausea and vomiting. Long term use can - increase the risk of infections, reduce levels of sodium and magnesium in blood, severe skin conditions such as skin blistering, erosion of the mouth, nose, lips, genitals (Stevens-Johnson syndrome) and light sensitivity; cause allergic reactions...
Precautions and Warnings of Neksium 40 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I use Neksium 40mg Inj during pregnancy?
A:
No adequate data is present that ensures the safety of Neksium 40mg Inj in pregnant women. Use this medicine only if necessary and the potential benefits are higher than the risk to your unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I use the injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known if this medicine can pass into breast milk. Hence, it is better to ask your doctor before injecting this medicine during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have used the injection?
A:
The medicine has little influence on your driving ability. If you observe symptoms such as dizziness or disturbed vision, avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Neksium 40mg Inj?
A:
There are no known interactions between alcohol and the medicine. However, avoid excess alcohol as consumption of larger quantities can cause acidity and heartburn.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
Tell your doctor if you are more than 55 years of age and have been taking this medicine for a long term, have any history of stomach surgery and if you ever had an allergic reaction with a medicine similar to esomeprazole. Stop using this medicine and inform your doctor if you get skin rash after exposure to the sun or if you get severe diarrhoea....
Mode of Action of Neksium 40 MG
How Does It Work?
The stomach acids are secreted by proton pumps present in the stomach. This medicine works by binding to these proton pumps in the stomach and stops acid secretion.
Directions for Use of Neksium 40 MG
The medicine will be given to you intravenously or as an infusion. Your doctor will tell you about the Neksium 40mg Inj dosage and duration of treatment. Do not self-administer this medicine.
Interactions of Neksium 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines used in the treatment of fungal infections such as itraconazole, ketoconazole
- medications used for certain kinds of cancer like erlotinib, methotrexate
- medicines used by HIV/AIDS patients (such as nelfinavir/tenofovir/atazanavir, rilpivirine, etc.)
- blood thinners such as warfarin and phenprocoumon
Interactions with food items
No interaction of food with this medicine is observed. However, the use of nicotine, caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate or cola) and alcohol can trigger the release of stomach acids or slow down the healing of ulcers....
Other general Interactions
- Liver disease
- osteoporosis
- severe kidney problems
Storage and disposal of Neksium 40 MG
Store Neksium 40mg Inj at or below 30°C. Keep it away from children. Keep the vial in the provided carton to protect it from light. Do not store or use unutilised portion of the opened vials. Ask your pharmacist about the disposal method of expired medicines. Do not dispose of through any wastewater....
Dosage of Neksium 40 MG
Overdose
The possibility of an overdose on Neksium 40mg Inj is very low as this medicine will be injected under the supervision of your doctor or a medical professional. However, if overdose occurs, you will experience symptoms such as nausea, dry mouth, headache, drowsiness, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, sweating, flushing, breathlessness, tremor, loss of coordination, confusion or seizure. Inform your doctor in such an event....
Missed a Dose
There is a very low likelihood of missing a dose since this medicine will be given to you by a medical professional in a hospital or clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What do you mean by acid reflux?
A: Acid reflux is the flow of stomach acids back into the food pipe.
Q: Is Neksium 40mg Inj safe for children?
A: This medicine can be safely used by children.
Q: Can this medicine affect fertility?
A: There is no evidence to suggest that this medicine can reduce fertility in males or females.
Q: Can I use Neksium 40mg Inj with an antacid?
A: You can use Neksium 40mg Inj with an antacid. However, take the antacid two hours before or after taking this medicine.
Q: Can a patient who is undergoing dialysis use this medicine?
A: This medicine can be used by a person who is undergoing dialysis if prescribed by a doctor since it binds to the proteins in the body and is not supposed to be removed by dialysis.
References
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- eMC+. Package leaflet. Information for the user. Esomeprazole 20 mg gastro-resistant tablets
- DailyMed. Esomeprazole magnesium - esomeprazole magnesium capsule, delayed release pellets
- Da?l? Ü, et al. Treatment of reflux disease during pregnancy and lactation. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2017.
- NIH. MedlinePlus. Esomeprazole
- Drugbank. Esomeprazole
- NCBI. Drugs and lactation database (LactMed) [Internet]. Esomeprazole.
Product Details
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NEKSIUM
Expires on or After
05/02/2025
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