Estic Capsule 40mg

About Estic Capsule 40mg

Estic Capsule Uses

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Stomach and duodenal ulcers
• Erosive esophagitis
• Helicobacter pylori eradication, combined with antibiotics
• Zollinger Ellison syndrome
• Prevention of NSAID related stomach ulcers

Estic Capsule Benefits

• Reduced stomach acid production for up to 24 hours per dose
• Faster healing of the esophageal lining in reflux disease
• Lower risk of ulcer bleeding in high risk patients
• Once daily dosing improves treatment adherence

What Experts Say

Esomeprazole is the S isomer of omeprazole and belongs to the proton pump inhibitor class of acid suppressing drugs. It works by binding irreversibly to the hydrogen potassium ATPase pump found on the surface of stomach lining cells, which is the final step in acid secretion.

By blocking this pump, esomeprazole suppresses both baseline and food stimulated acid output more consistently than older antacid or H2 blocker drugs. This drop in acidity gives the esophageal lining time to heal in reflux disease and allows stomach or duodenal ulcers to close over several weeks.

Because the body constantly makes new pump molecules, esomeprazole needs regular daily dosing to keep acid suppression steady, and its full effect can take a few days to develop. Long term use is generally reserved for confirmed acid related conditions, since prolonged acid suppression can reduce calcium, magnesium, and vitamin B12 absorption over time.

Drug Class

• Proton pump inhibitor (PPI)

Estic Capsule 40mg formula

• Esomeprazole

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Estic Capsule 40mg?

• One capsule daily, at least one hour before a meal
• The capsule should be swallowed whole, not crushed or chewed
• Same time each day gives the most consistent effect
• The full course should continue even if symptoms improve early

Drug Interactions

• Clopidogrel: Esomeprazole can reduce its antiplatelet effect and raise cardiovascular risk.
• Methotrexate: Combined use may raise methotrexate blood levels, especially at high doses.
• Warfarin: Increased INR and bleeding risk are possible, requiring closer monitoring.
• Ketoconazole and Itraconazole: Absorption of these antifungals drops in a less acidic stomach.

Risks and warnings

• Bone Fracture Risk: Long term high dose use may raise the risk of hip, wrist, or spine fractures.
• Kidney Function: Rare cases of acute kidney inflammation have been linked to PPIs, so reduced urination or swelling should be reported to a doctor promptly.
• Low Magnesium: Extended use beyond one year can lower blood magnesium, so periodic monitoring is advised.
• Masking Serious Disease: Symptom relief may hide underlying stomach cancer, so persistent symptoms need endoscopic evaluation.

Estic Capsule 40mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Flatulence
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place
• Keep the strip in its original packaging away from light
• Keep away from children
• Discard capsules after the printed expiry date