Esprol capsule 40mg

About Esprol capsule 40mg

Esprol capsule 40mg Uses

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Stomach and duodenal ulcers
• Erosive esophagitis (acid damage to the food pipe)
• H. pylori infection treatment, combined with antibiotics
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (excess stomach acid)
• Frequent heartburn and acid indigestion

Esprol capsule 40mg formula

• Esomeprazole 40mg

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Esprol capsule 40mg?

• Take Esprol capsule on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.
• Take it at the same time each day for best results.
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly without your doctor's advice.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.

Drug Interactions

Esprol capsule can interact with certain medicines, changing how well they work.

• Clopidogrel: Esprol may reduce the blood-thinning effect of this heart medicine.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk when taken together.
• Methotrexate: High-dose methotrexate levels may rise, increasing toxicity risk.
• Ketoconazole and Itraconazole: Esprol can lower absorption of these antifungal medicines.

Risks and warnings

• Long-term use: Extended use may lower magnesium and vitamin B12 levels in the body.
• Bone fracture risk: Long-term high-dose use may slightly raise the risk of hip, wrist, or spine fractures.
• Kidney concerns: Rare cases of kidney inflammation have been linked to prolonged use.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only if your doctor confirms it is necessary.
• Masking serious conditions: Esprol can hide symptoms of stomach cancer, so persistent symptoms need proper checkup.

Esprol capsule 40mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Nausea or stomach pain
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Gas and bloating
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.