Esomeprazole Magnesium by Dr. Reddys Laboratories Inc Drug Facts
Esomeprazole Magnesium by
Drug Labeling and Warnings
Esomeprazole Magnesium by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Dr. Reddys Laboratories Inc. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.
Drug Details [pdf]
ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM- esomeprazole magnesium tablet, delayed release
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Inc
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient(in each tablet)
*Esomeprazole 20 mg
(Each delayed-release tablet corresponds to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP)
Uses
- treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week)
- not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings
Allergy alert:
- Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole
- Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions.
Symptoms may include:
- skin reddening
- blisters
- rash
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Do not use if you have:
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trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools
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heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness·
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chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadness·
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frequent chest pain
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.·
- frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn·
- unexplained weight loss·
- nausea or vomiting·
- stomach pain
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Directions
- adults 18 years of age and older·
- this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days·
- may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
14-Day Course of Treatment
- swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning·
- take every day for 14 days
- do not take more than 1 tablet a day
- swallow whole. Do not crush or chew tablets
- do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor
Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed)
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you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months·
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do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor
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children under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.
Other information
- read directions and warnings before use·
- keep the carton. It contains important information
Inactive ingredients
crospovidone, glyceryl monostearate, hypromellose, iron oxide red, magnesium stearate, mannitol, methacrylic acid copolymer, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sodium stearyl fumarate, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and maize starch), talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate
Tips for Managing Heartbun
- Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chDistocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables
- Eat slowly and do not eat big meals.
- Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime
- Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating
- Raise the head of your bed.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach
- If you are overweight, lose weight
- If you smoke, quit smoking.
Distributor:
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Inc.,
Princeton, NJ 08540
Made in India
Issued: 09/2022
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esomeprazole magnesium tablet, delayed release |
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| Labeler - Dr. Reddys Laboratories Inc (802315887) |