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Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet

Manufactured byTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsEsomeprazole
Description
Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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 and also acidity due to the intake of painkillers. Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet are nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and dizziness. Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet can be taken with or without food. Empty the contents of the esomeprazole sachet into a glass of water. Stir and dissolve the mixture and take it immediately. Take this medicine at the same time every day to avoid any missed dose. Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet

  • 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Erosive Esophagitis
  • Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
  • Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet begins its action within an hour of taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet remains active in your body is not known.
  • 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet passes into breastmilk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet if you are allergic to it. Allergic reactions to this medicine are very rare. However, 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

Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet passes into breastmilk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
General warnings

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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin during treatment with this medicine.

Atrophic gastritis

Long-term use of Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet may cause atrophic gastritis (swelling in the lining of the stomach). Hence, use this medicine only for the prescribed duration.

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Long-term treatment with Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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

Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet may cause dizziness and blurred vision. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.

Hypomagnesaemia

Long-term use of Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet at the scheduled time, 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet.
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

Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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 Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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

Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet as instructed by your doctor. Take this medicine 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

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Nexpro Junior 1000 MG Sachet 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

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Proton pump inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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