ESOPHRAN-20mg x 100

Uses of Esophran-20mg

Esophran-20mg is primarily used to treat the following conditions:

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): This is a chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation.

Peptic Ulcer Disease: Esophran helps heal ulcers in the stomach or upper part of the small intestine.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: A rare condition where the stomach produces too much acid due to tumors in the pancreas or upper intestine.
Erosive Esophagitis: This occurs when the lining of the esophagus is damaged due to prolonged exposure to stomach acid.
Prevention of Stomach Ulcers: Often prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers caused by NSAID medications.

Ingredients of Esophran-20mg

The active ingredient in Esophran-20mg is Esomeprazole.

Inactive ingredients may include microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate

How Esophran-20mg work

It contains Esomeprazole as the active ingredient which works by inhibiting the proton pumps in the stomach lining responsible for acid secretion. Specifically, it blocks the enzyme H+/K+ ATPase, which is involved in the final step of acid production. By reducing the amount of acid produced, Esophran allows the esophagus and stomach lining to heal and prevents further damage caused by acid reflux.

Esophran-20mg Dosage

The typical dosage of Esophran-20mg may vary depending on the condition being treated:

GERD: One 20mg tablet daily, typically taken before meals.
Peptic Ulcer Disease: Dosage can vary but is usually one tablet daily for 4 to 8 weeks.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: Higher doses might be necessary, as prescribed by a healthcare provider.

Esophran-20mg Side Effects

Common side effects include:

Headache
Nausea
Diarrhea
Constipation
Abdominal Pain
Allergic reactions

How long does it take for Esophran-20mg to work?

Esophran starts to reduce stomach acid within 1 to 2 hours, but full relief from symptoms may take 1 to 4 days, especially for conditions like GERD.

Can I take Esophran-20mg with other medications?

Some medications may interact with Esophran. Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you’re taking, especially warfarin, clopidogrel, or methotrexate.

Can Esophran-20mg be taken long-term?

While it can be taken long-term, prolonged use of PPIs like Esophran should be monitored by a healthcare provider to avoid complications, such as vitamin B12 deficiency or bone thinning.