Esopreveg It Capsules

ESOVAG IT CAPSULE is a combination of Esomeprazole and Itopride which belongs to the group of medicines called Proton pump inhibitors and Gastroprokinetic agents respectively. It is used to manage Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients who does not respond to esomeprazole alone. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach contents flow backwards and cause troublesome symptoms or complications like heartburn, excessive salivation, burping, and regurgitation. Though it is primarily a motility problem, acidity of gastric contents is the most important aggressive factor in causing symptoms and lesions in food-pipe.

Before taking ESOVAG IT CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have severe kidney, liver or skin problems, osteoporosis, or about to take any blood tests. ESOVAG IT CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. ESOVAG IT CAPSULE should be used with caution in children and adolescents (under 12 years of age) and elderly patients.

The most common side effects of taking ESOVAG IT CAPSULE are dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, stomach pain, constipation, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, rash, redness, or itching. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.

Uses Of ESOVAG IT CAPSULE

• Used to manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (in patients who does not respond to esomeprazole alone)

How ESOVAG IT CAPSULE Works

ESOVAG IT CAPSULE is a combination of Esomeprazole and Itopride, where Esomeprazole suppresses stomach acid secretion by specific blockade of the proton pump at the secretory surface of the stomach cell and Itopride that blocks certain enzyme to increase the stomach motility, lower sphincter pressure of food pipe, stomach emptying and improve the stomach-intestine coordination. This kind of action provides relief from the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

How to use ESOVAG IT CAPSULE

Take ESOVAG IT CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of ESOVAG IT CAPSULE for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the condition.

Side Effects Of ESOVAG IT CAPSULE

Common

• headache
• dizziness
• shaking of hands
• diarrhoea
• stomach pain
• constipation
• flatulence
• nausea
• vomiting
• easy bruising
• increased milk production
• excessive development of breasts (male)
• yellowing of skin and eyes
• skin rash, redness, and itching

Uncommon

• swelling of the feet and ankles
• difficulty in falling asleep
• tingling or pricking feeling in nerves
• excessive sleepiness
• head spinning sensation (vertigo)
• dry mouth
• hip, wrist, or spine fractures (if used in high dose and long duration)

Rare

• weakness, or more chances of infections (signs of reduced white blood cells)
• weakness, cramps
• feeling agitated, confused, or depressed
• taste changes
• eyesight problems like blurred vision
• suddenly feeling of wheezing or breathlessness
• inflammation inside the mouth
• thrush
• hair loss
• joint or muscle pains
• generally feeling unwell and lacking energy
• increased sweating

Stop taking ESOVAG IT CAPSULE and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• signs include extreme tiredness, involuntary muscle contractions, disorientation, fits, dizziness or increased heart rate
• severe allergic reaction (sudden wheezing, swelling of lips, tongue and throat or body, rash, fainting, or trouble swallowing)
• steven-johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis (signs include reddening of the skin with blisters or peeling, severe blisters and bleeding in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose, genitals)
• signs of liver problems (such as yellow skin, dark urine, or tiredness)