Myeso Tablets

Requires Prescription: Yes

Generics: Esomeprazole

Used For: Acidity & Ulcers

How it Works:

Esomeprazole inhibits the proton pump (H+/K+ ATPase) in the stomach, significantly reducing the production of hydrochloric acid and increasing gastric pH.

Myeso Tablets Usage and Safety:

Dosage: Esomeprazole

Side Effects: Common side effects include headache, gastrointestinal upset, skin reactions, and dry mouth. Rare effects may include angioedema, anaphylaxis, and fundic gland polyps.

Drug Interactions: Caution with phenytoin, warfarin, clopidogrel, ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, diazepam, citalopram, imipramine, clomipramine, CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers, tacrolimus, digoxin, erlotinib, methotrexate.

Indication:

Used for the treatment of heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, and ulcers.

When Not to Use:

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Be cautious of hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema, anaphylaxis, bronchospasm, acute interstitial nephritis, and urticaria.

Myeso Tablets Precautions:

Long-term use (e.g., longer than 3 years) may lead to malabsorption or deficiency of cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).

Myeso Tablets Warnings:

Warning 1: Rare cases of hypomagnesemia have been reported with prolonged PPI therapy.

Warning 2: Long-term or high-dose PPI therapy may increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures.

Warning 3: Avoid using Esomeprazole with clopidogrel.

Additional Information:

Pregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage: Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.