API

Esomeprazole (20mg)

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Dose

Adults: 20 mg once daily for 4–8 weeks for GERD. Pediatrics (1–11 years): 10–20 mg once daily; (12–17 years): 20 mg once daily. Severe hepatic impairment: maximum 20 mg daily. Dose adjustments may be required in specific indications; consult guidelines for details.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)Treatment of Peptic ulcer diseaseTreatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Side effects

Headache Dryness in mouth Nausea Abdominal pain Constipation Flatulence Diarrhea

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications