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Description
Esokem 20 MG Tablet is an anti-ulcer medicine. It is used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. Stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (a condition in which the stomach acid flows back into your food pipe), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome are certain problems caused by high levels of stomach acid. It relieves stress ulcers (sores in the stomach and intestine that may occur due to illness, infections, etc.) and also acidity due to the intake of painkillers.
Esokem 20 MG Tablet interferes with the final step of acid release in the stomach. Thus, acidity in the stomach is decreased and the ulcer healing process is fastened. Common side effects of Esokem 20 MG Tablet are nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and dizziness.
Esokem 20 MG Tablet has to be taken one hour before food. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverages such as coffee, tea, and cola while using this medicine.
Esokem 20 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, or any other health condition. Report all the medicines that you are taking to your doctor as they can interact with this medicine and reduce its effectiveness. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Esokem 20 MG Tablet
Es Od 20 MG Tablet
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Esofag 20 MG Tablet
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Nexpro 20 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Sompraz 20 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Zosec-S 20 MG Tablet
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Esokem 20 MG Tablet
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Excessive gas in stomach
Stomach discomfort
Skin rash
Difficulty in breathing
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Irregular heartbeat
Diarrhoea
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Decreased appetite
Dizziness
Uses of Esokem 20 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Erosive Esophagitis
Esophagitis is the swelling of the oesophagus, the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. It occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach flow back into the oesophagus. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation in the oesophagus. Esokem 20 MG Tablet is used to treat erosive esophagitis by decreasing stomach acid production.
Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a condition that occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe. The symptoms include heartburn, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing, etc. Esokem 20 MG Tablet helps in the treatment of GERD by decreasing stomach acid production.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome is a condition in which tumours form in the pancreas (an organ located behind the stomach) and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). These tumours produce a hormone called gastrin which in turn causes excessive stomach acid. Esokem 20 MG Tablet is used to treat an excessive amount of acid produced in the stomach due to tumours.
Gastric and duodenal ulcers
Gastric ulcers are sores that form in the lining of the stomach. Duodenal ulcers are open sores that form in the lining of the duodenum (the beginning of the small intestine). This occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach damage the protective layer of the stomach and duodenum. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation. Esokem 20 MG Tablet is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and small intestine. It is also used to prevent ulcers caused by stress.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
Esokem 20 MG Tablet starts its action within an hour of taking it.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
Esokem 20 MG Tablet may remain in your body for approximately 9 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Esokem 20 MG Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Esokem 20 MG Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as not enough studies are done to understand its safety. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known if Esokem 20 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Esokem 20 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Allergic reactions are very rare to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Esokem 20 MG Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as not enough studies are done to understand its safety. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Esokem 20 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
General warnings
Hypomagnesaemia
Long-term use of Esokem 20 MG Tablet may result in hypomagnesaemia (low magnesium levels in your blood) due to excess excretion of it through urine. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, irregular heartbeat, shivering, muscle pain, seizures (fits). Your doctor may monitor your magnesium levels at regular intervals during treatment with this medicine.
Lupus erythematosus
Lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disorder that affects the skin, kidneys, brain, joints, and other organs. It occurs when the immune system of the body attacks its own tissues. Lupus may occur or get worse while you are taking Esokem 20 MG Tablet. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin during treatment with this medicine.
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Long-term treatment with Esokem 20 MG Tablet may decrease the absorption of Vitamin B12 in your body. Your doctor may prescribe vitamin B12 supplements if this medicine is used for a longer time.
Driving or operating machines
Esokem 20 MG Tablet may cause sleepiness or dizziness. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
Atrophic gastritis
Long-term use of Esokem 20 MG Tablet may cause atrophic gastritis (swelling in the lining of the stomach). Hence, use this medicine only for the prescribed duration.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take Esokem 20 MG Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose of Esokem 20 MG Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Clopidogrel
Methotrexate
Warfarin
Nelfinavir
Digoxin
Fluconazole
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
Esokem 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems. Impaired liver function may lead to an increase in the levels of unused medicine in your blood. Your doctor may adjust your dose or suggest another medicine in such cases.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and fragile (may break from a fall). Long-term use of Esokem 20 MG Tablet can reduce bone density (thinning of bones). Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have osteoporosis. Your doctor may recommend vitamin D and calcium supplements if you have such conditions.
Colitis
Esokem 20 MG Tablet may cause diarrhoea. Take this medicine with extreme caution if you have stomach and intestine problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), as it may cause severe diarrhoea.
Food interactions
Take Esokem 20 MG Tablet at least 1 hour before meals as food may reduce the absorption of the medicine in your body.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Esokem 20 MG Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, crush or chew the capsule. Take Esokem 20 MG Tablet for the recommended duration. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose.
Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks or beverages (such as coffee, tea, and cola) while taking this medicine.
Consult your doctor if your condition is not improving after a few days or if your symptoms are getting worse.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Esokem 20 MG Tablet reduces the production of acid in the stomach. It stops the action of the proton pumps that are found on cells that line the stomach, which decreases stomach acid production.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Proton pump inhibitors, Anti-Ulcer Agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Nov 2021
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