Esomine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD are some of its major therapeutic uses. Esomine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Esomine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Esomine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Esomine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Esomine's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Esomine related warnings talks about Esomine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Esomine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Esomine have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Esomine, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Esomine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esomine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Esomine safe for pregnant women?
Esomine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Esomine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Esomine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Esomine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Esomine again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Esomine on the Kidneys?
Esomine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Esomine on the Liver?
Esomine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Esomine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Esomine on the heart have been reported.
Esomine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esomine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esomine habit forming or addictive?
Esomine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Esomine as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Esomine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Esomine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Esomine
Taking Esomine with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esomine
Consuming Esomine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Esomine is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Esomine causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Esomine causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, you can take Esomine with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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