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Reduces excess stomach acid- Prevents heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion and ulcer pain
- Allows stomach and food pipe to heal from existing ulcers
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Esomeprazole is a medicine called a Proton Pump Inhibitor and treats heartburn and acid reflux.
You can buy online today from The Independent Pharmacy after taking a free, three minute consultation.
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About Esomeprazole 20mg Capsules
What Is Esomeprazole?
Esomeprazole is a medicine called a Proton Pump Inhibitor. It reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach, which can prevent irritation, heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion and ulcer pain in adults. It also allows the stomach and food pipe to heal from existing ulcers.
Can I Use Esomeprazole?
Most can take Esomeprazole. If you’re due for an endoscopy, you may have to stop taking Esomeprazole for a while before your examination. You may also not be able to take it at all if you have liver problems. Speak to your prescriber for advice before taking Esomeprazole.
Is Esomeprazole Sold Under Other Brand Names?
Yes, Esomeprazole is the active ingredient in many popular brands, including Nexium, Nexium Control, Emozul, Guardium Acid Reflux Control and Ventra. Because it’s the same ingredient, it works the same way, regardless of the brand name or packaging.
How Does Esomeprazole Work?
Esomeprazole is part of the class of medicines called Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs). These block the proton pumps that produce acid in your stomach, and stop them from creating as much acid. Reducing the acid levels in your stomach can prevent further damage to your food pipe and stomach, allowing them to heal naturally over time.
How To Use Esomeprazole
How you should use Esomeprazole depends on the condition you’ve been prescribed it for. Your prescriber will advise you how much to take, but typically you take it once a day. If you’re unable to swallow the capsules, you can open them and pour the contents into a glass of water, stir thoroughly and then drink. Rinse the glass with half a glass of additional water and drink that to ensure you get all of the medicine.
Ingredients
Esomeprazole Gastro-resistant Hard Capsules come in two strengths containing 20 mg or 40 mg of the active ingredient esomeprazole (as esomeprazole magnesium). The core also contains sugar spheres (sucrose and maize starch), crospovidone, hydroxypropyl cellulose and sodium hydroxide.
For a full list of ingredients, please see the Patient Information Leaflet contained within the product packaging.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Esomeprazole can cause side effects. Common ones include:
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Constipation,
- Wind (flatulence)
- Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)
- Benign polyps in the stomach
Esomeprazole can also hide the symptoms of some other diseases, so you should report any unusual side effects to your prescriber as soon as possible.
Warnings
PPIs like Esomeprazole can slightly increase your risk of developing a hip, wrist, or spine fracture, particularly if you’re taking it for longer than a year. Always let your prescriber know if you have osteoporosis or are taking medicines that can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
Esomeprazole can interact with how other medications work, so let your prescriber know if you take anything else, including over-the-counter medicines.
Esomeprazole FAQs
What Is Esomeprazole?
Esomeprazole is a type of medication known as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI). These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid that your stomach makes, and this can help relieve uncomfortable symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, like heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion. It can also protect your stomach from developing ulcers or irritation, or allow any existing ones to heal.
Do I Need A Prescription For Esomeprazole?
You can buy the lowest-strength Esomeprazole, 20mg tablets and capsules, from pharmacies and supermarkets. However, all types of Esomeprazole are available on prescription. These include capsules, tablets, and granules that can be turned into a liquid for swallowing.
How Do I Use Esomeprazole?
Your prescriber will tell you how many capsules to take and how long to take them for. This will depend on the condition you’re being treated for, your age, and how well your liver works. Never take more than you’ve been prescribed, and never double up on doses to make up for a missed dose.
How Quickly Does Esomeprazole Work?
You might feel some relief from symptoms after a few days of taking Esomeprazole, but it can take up to four weeks to experience its full healing effect. Always take the medicine for as long as you’ve been prescribed, even if you start to feel a little better.
Who Should Not Use Esomeprazole?
If you have problems with your liver or are allergic to any of the ingredients in Esomeprazole, you should not use this medicine. Esoemeprazole can interact with certain other medicines, so always speak to your prescriber about any other medications you take.
Should You Eat Before Taking Esomeprazole?
You can take Esomeprazole with or without food. The important thing is to take it at the same time every day. You should swallow each capsule with water, and never chew or break the capsules.
What Is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is when your stomach acid flows back up into your food pipe. This can cause you to experience unwanted symptoms like acid reflux, heartburn, pain, and irritation. Esomeprazole works to reduce the amount of acid your stomach makes, and relieve these symptoms.
What Are The Side Effects Of Taking Esomeprazole?
Some of the most common side effects of taking Esomeprazole can include:
- Being sick
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Feeling sick
- Flatulence
- Headaches
- Stomach pain
Not everyone will experience these, and you may only experience a few. Always report any unusual symptoms to your prescriber.
Can I Take Esomeprazole Long Term?
You can take Esomeprazole long-term if your prescriber says it’s suitable for you to do so. Using Esomeprazole for longer than one year can increase your chance of side effects, like bone fractures and gut infections. It can also impact your magnesium or vitamin B12 levels, so you’ll need to have regular reviews to check these.
Where Can I Buy Esomeprazole Online?
You can get Esomeprazole from a registered UK pharmacy like The Independent Pharmacy, after completing a short consultation. A member of our clinical pharmacy team will review your order to make sure it’s suitable for you, and if approved, we’ll dispatch it directly to your door.
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