Eszole 40 mg Tablet

Eszole 40 mg Tablet contains 40 mg of esomeprazole in each tablet. It belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class of acid-reducing medicines. Eszole 40 mg Tablet is used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers. It may also be used to help prevent ulcer problems in people at risk of acid-related damage.

How it works: Esomeprazole in Eszole 40 mg Tablet blocks the proton pumps in the stomach lining that make acid. By lowering acid production, the tablet helps relieve heartburn, allows irritated tissue to heal, and reduces acid-related injury.

Eszole 40 mg Tablet is a higher-strength esomeprazole tablet, so it is usually chosen when a doctor wants stronger acid suppression than lower-dose tablets can provide. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, the 40 mg tablet fits into the higher end of typical esomeprazole dosing and is meant for patients whose symptoms or diagnosis call for that level of treatment. Your doctor decides whether this strength is appropriate based on your condition and response.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Healing erosive esophagitis
• Treatment of stomach or duodenal ulcers
• Prevention of acid-related ulcer damage
• Part of therapy for H. pylori in combination with other medicines

• Swallow Eszole 40 mg Tablet whole with water unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• Take it before a meal, commonly before eating in the morning, because it works best when taken before food.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless a pharmacist or doctor specifically tells you it is safe to do so.
• Take it at the same time each day to help keep acid control steady.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow your doctor’s directions exactly, since this 40 mg tablet is a stronger dose than lower-strength esomeprazole products.

Each Eszole 40 mg Tablet provides 40 mg of esomeprazole. Depending on the condition being treated, it may be taken once daily, and some patients may need other schedules only if their doctor specifically prescribes them. The maximum daily amount is set by the prescriber and should not be changed on your own, especially with this higher-strength tablet.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Esomeprazole may include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Gas
• Constipation
• Dizziness or tiredness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, as dose selection may need extra care with this 40 mg strength.
• Long-term use of PPIs like esomeprazole can raise the risk of low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, and bone fractures.
• If you take warfarin or other blood thinners, your doctor may need to monitor you more closely.
• Seek medical care for chest pain, trouble swallowing, vomiting blood, or black stools, since these can signal a serious problem.
• If you have kidney problems or a history of severe diarrhea, report this before starting Eszole 40 mg Tablet.
• Tell your clinician about all medicines and supplements, because acid suppression can change how some drugs are absorbed.
• Avoid stopping the tablet suddenly without medical advice if you have been taking it regularly for reflux or ulcer healing.

• Clopidogrel
• Warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Methotrexate, especially higher doses
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, or other medicines that need stomach acid to absorb
• Atazanavir or nelfinavir

Store Eszole 40 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excess heat.