Eszone 40 Tablet for GERD, Hyperacidity & Peptic Ulcer Disease (Pack of 200 Tablets)

ESZONE-40 is a medicine which reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used to treat acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and other problems in your food pipe. It is also used to prevent and treat stomach ulcers.

Uses

In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) / (GERD), Hyperacidity, Peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Benefits

GERD is a chronic (long-term) condition that is like having heartburn consistently rather than just occasionally. It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into your esophagus and mouth. Eszone 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux. You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective.

Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.

Eszone 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a rare disorder where excessive stomach acid production leads to multiple peptic ulcers. Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and heartburn. Eszone 40mg Tablet By reducing the production of stomach acid, it helps alleviate symptoms such as abdominal pain, heartburn, and diarrhea. Esomeprazole also aids in the healing of peptic ulcers, which are common in this condition. By controlling the excessive acid secretion associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, esomeprazole helps improve the overall digestive health and prevents complications such as gastrointestinal bleeding.

Side Effects

A medical attention is not required for majority of the side effects present. Some of the common side effects of Eszone-40 are Headache, Dryness in mouth, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Flatulence, Diarrhea. Please consult your doctor before consuming a medicine.

Safety Advice

Eszone-40 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. This medicine may also cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Eszone-40. Please consult your doctor before consuming a medicine.

How to Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Eszone-40 is to be taken on empty stomach.

How This Works

Eszone-40 is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid related indigestion and heartburn.

Frequently Asked Questions

·      What is the best time to take Eszone-40 Tablet?

Usually, Eszone-40 is taken once a day, first thing in the morning. If you take Eszone-40 twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.

·      Can I take Eszone-40 with domperidone?

Yes, Eszone-40 can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone works by increasing the gut motility and Eszone-40 decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.

·      Can I take antacids along with Eszone-40?

Yes, you can take antacids along with Eszone-40. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Eszone-40.

·      Can I take Eszone-40 for a long term?

Eszone-40 is usually prescribed for short term use only. However, if need arises, such as for treating peptic ulcer disease and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES), Eszone-40 may be prescribed for a long term duration as well. Long term use may carry an increased risk for side effects and must be discussed with the doctor. Please use Eszone-40 as advised by your doctor and under their supervision.

·      Can I stop taking Eszone-40 if I feel better?

If you have been taking Eszone-40 for a long time, stopping it abruptly may lead to increased acid production, thereby worsening your symptoms. Therefore, you must discuss any dose changes or if you wish to come off Eszone-40.

·      Can Eszone-40 cause weight gain?

Weight gain is reported in less than 1% of the patients taking Eszone-40 but the exact cause is unknown. One possible explanation is higher food intake once the reflux symptoms are relieved. Lifestyle modifications such as proper diet and exercise can help to prevent weight gain.

·      Is Eszone-40 safe to use?

Yes, Eszone-40 is relatively safe to use. Most of the people who take Eszone-40 do not get a side effect. It is advised to be taken as directed by the doctor for maximum benefit.

·      Can I take Eszone-40 with ranitidine?

Yes, Eszone-40 can be taken with ranitidine. According to research reports, there are no significant interactions seen between Eszone-40 and ranitidine. However, you must take them together only if prescribed by the doctor.

·      Can I take alcohol with Eszone-40?

No, alcohol intake is not advised with Eszone-40. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Eszone-40, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms.