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Sergel 20 mg

Capsule

Generic: Esomeprazole

Healthcare Pharma

Therapeutic Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indications

Acidity, heartburn, ulcer.

Pharmacology

Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole. It suppresses gastric acid secretion by specifically inhibiting the hydrogen-potassium ATPase enzyme (the proton pump) of the gastric parietal cell.

Dosage & Administration

1 capsule daily before breakfast.

Side Effects

Headache, diarrhea.

Precautions & Warnings

Take at least 1 hour before a meal. Exclude gastric malignancy before treatment when alarm symptoms are present. Use with caution in severe liver impairment. Long-term use may lower magnesium and vitamin B12 levels and increase the risk of bone fracture. May reduce the effect of clopidogrel.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to esomeprazole or other proton pump inhibitors. Concomitant use with nelfinavir.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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