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Esotrax is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Esotrax safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Esotrax. It is best to stop taking Esotrax immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Esotrax safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Esotrax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Esotrax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Esotrax on the Kidneys?
Using Esotrax does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Esotrax on the Liver?
Side effects of Esotrax rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Esotrax on the Heart?
You can take Esotrax without any fear of damage to the heart.
Esotrax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esotrax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esotrax habit forming or addictive?
Esotrax does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Esotrax since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Esotrax, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Esotrax for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Esotrax
You can take Esotrax with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esotrax
Consuming Esotrax with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Esotrax works by blocking the action of an enzyme (H+/K+ATPase) in the cells (parietal) of the stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. Due to blockage of this enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
Discontinuation of Esotrax on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue/stop medicine on your own. Please inform the doctor before stopping/discontinuing this drug on your own.
Yes, Esotrax can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which relieve from the stomach ulcer and acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medications together.
Yes, Esotrax is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the specific duration as directed by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as stomach upset, cramp & muscle aches, headache, dizziness, and vomiting. If you experience above-mention side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Esotrax can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking this two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium)
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