ESOLEMBIC D Capsule 15's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Domperidone 30 mg+Esomeprazole 40 mg
Manufacturer
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
15 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULEESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is a combination of Domperidone and Esomeprazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Prokinetic Drugs and Proton pump inhibitors respectively. It is used in adults to manage peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumors in pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid). ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE acts by reducing the production of gastric acid. It also speeds up the movement of food from the stomach to the intestines, thereby reducing the signs of nausea, vomiting and acid reflux. Due to these actions, it can also reduce the unpleasant signs of GI tract such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, burping, bloating, acidity or heartburn. ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is effective in managing peptic ulcer caused either due to stomach infection (H. pylori infection) or due to prolong use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen, Aceclofenac etc). It can also be used to manage re-bleeding from the ulcers. GERD is a chronic digestive disease in which the acid from the stomach frequently flows into the esophagus leading to irritation of lining of food pipe. Symptoms include heartburn, chest pain, nausea, sensation of lump in throat and stomach discomfort. ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be taken at least 30 minutes before meals. During management with ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE your doctor will closely monitor your kidney functions, liver functions and blood magnesium levels to avoid the risk of unwanted
Uses
OF ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULEIt is used in adults to manage: Peptic ulcers Gastrointestinal Reflux disease (GERD) Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumors in pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid) Nausea and Vomiting Acidity, Heartburn, Indigestion, Burping, Bloating
How It Works
ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE contains two medicines namely Domperidone and Esomeprazole. Domperidone works by blocking the actions of a chemical messenger called dopamine in the gut and across the brain and spinal cord. This action stimulates the gut, reduces acid reflux and speeds up the movements of food from the stomach into the intestines. It also blocks the transmission of nerve signals between the vomiting centers and the brain which reduces the onset of nausea and vomiting. Esomeprazole reduces gastric acid secretion by the blocking the actions of a protein membrane called H+K+Atpase (proton pump) present in the lining of the stomach. By reducing stomach acid production, ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE manages the worsening of ulcers, heals the existing ulcers and esophageal lesions and provides relief from the unpleasant symptoms of GI tract (such as acidity, bloating, burping and indigestion).
Directions for Use
Take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE 30 minutes to 1 hour before meals or 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 therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE unless your doctor advice you to stop.
Side Effects
taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE are dryness of mouth, constipation and flatulence. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect bothers you. USES OF ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULEIt is used in adults to manage: Peptic ulcers Gastrointestinal Reflux disease (GERD) Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumors in pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid) Nausea and Vomiting Acidity, Heartburn, Indigestion, Burping, Bloating HOW ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE WORKSESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE contains two medicines namely Domperidone and Esomeprazole. Domperidone works by blocking the actions of a chemical messenger called dopamine in the gut and across the brain and spinal cord. This action stimulates the gut, reduces acid reflux and speeds up the movements of food from the stomach into the intestines. It also blocks the transmission of nerve signals between the vomiting centers and the brain which reduces the onset of nausea and vomiting. Esomeprazole reduces gastric acid secretion by the blocking the actions of a protein membrane called H+K+Atpase (proton pump) present in the lining of the stomach. By reducing stomach acid production, ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE manages the worsening of ulcers, heals the existing ulcers and esophageal lesions and provides relief from the unpleasant symptoms of GI tract (such as acidity, bloating, burping and indigestion). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE 30 minutes to 1 hour before meals or 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 therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE unless your doctor advice you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULECOMMON headache diarrhea stomach pain constipation flatulence nausea vomiting benign polyps in the stomach UNCOMMON dry mouth low sex drive dizziness drowsiness anxiety sleeplessness skin rash or itchiness breast enlargement in both men and in women feeling weak swelling of body parts (oedema) fragile bones (risk of bone fracture) abnormal liver function tests RARE low WBC or platelet counts in blood signs of low sodium levels in blood (weakness, being sick and cramps) mouth ulcers hair loss fungal infection of the gut (thrush) Stop taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as: severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the lips, face or body and difficulty in breathing or swallowing) signs of liver problems (yellowing of the skin and eyes, dark urine and tiredness) severe skin reactions (such as redness, blistering, peeling of skin and bleeding in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals with fever) chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, feeling faint fits uncontrollable body movements (including eye and tongue), twisted neck and abnormal body posture signs of low magnesium levels in blood (such as tiredness, abnormal muscle movements, dizziness, confusion, disorientation, irregular heartbeat) skin rashes on sun exposed areas with or without joint pain sudden weight loss, looking pale and weak (anemia) signs of bleeding in the gut (such as bloody vomits/stools)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE may pass through breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless considered necessary by the physician. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE does not affect your ability in driving or handling heavy tools or machines. However, do not drive or handle heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE, as it could aggravate your existing condition. KIDNEYUse with CautionESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERConsult your doctorESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with moderate or severe liver impairment. It should be used with caution in patients with other mild liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE if you are allergic to Domperidone, Esomeprazole or to any other proton pump inhibitors (such as rabeprazole, pantoprazole). HEART DISEASEContraindicatedESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients having heart problems (such as prolongation of QT wave, congestive heart failure or arrhythmia). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) due to lack of safety data. However, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you: have bloody stools or bleeding in the gut have blockage or tear in the intestines have severe fluid or electrolyte disturbances have prolactinoma (a non-cancerous tumor of pituitary gland) have low blood potassium or magnesium levels have hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels) Before taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE inform your doctor if you: have osteoporosis have vitamin B12 deficiency (sore tongue, mouth ulcers, pale skin, depression) are going to test Chromogranin A level
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: other medicines used to manage gastrointestinal problems (Ex. cisapride, dolasetron, prucalopride, diphemanil, bepridil, methadone, omeprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, ranitidine, famotidine) medicines used to manage arrhythmia or other heart problems (Ex. digoxin, apomorphine, disopyramide, hydroquinidine, quinidine, amiodarone, dofetilide, dronedarone, ibutilide, sotalol, diltiazem, or verapamil) medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. atazanavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir) antipsychotics (used to manage mental illness) Ex. haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole antidepressants (used to manage depression) Ex. escitalopram, citalopram, imipramine, St. John’s Wort antibiotics (used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. moxifloxacin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, or amoxicillin medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. halofantrine, lumefantrine) antihistamines (used to manage allergies) Ex. mizolastine, mequitazine medicines used to manage cancer (Ex. toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib) methotrexate (used to manage cancer and auto-immune disease) tacrolimus (used to manage graft rejection) ketoconazole, itraconazole or voriconazole (used to manage fungal infection) rifampicin (used to manage tuberculosis) apomorphine (used to manage Parkinson’s disease) diazepam (used to manage anxiety) phenytoin (used to manage epilepsy) cilostazol (used to manage pain in legs) warfarin (used for blood thinning) clopidogrel (used to manage or manage blood clots) B. Drug-Food interaction: Try to take this medicine before meals to achieve maximum efficacy. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE, contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital straight away. Symptoms of overdosage might include sleepiness, confusion, uncontrollable body movements (including eye and tongue), twisted neck and abnormal posture. SYNOPSIS Drug : Domperidone, Esomeprazole Pharmacological Category : Dopamine antagonist, Proton-pump inhibitor Therapeutic Indication : GERD, Peptic ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Acidity, Heartburn, Indigestion Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE out of the sight and reach of children Store ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about ESOLEMBIC D Capsule 15's.
What is ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE used for?
ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE is used to manage peptic ulcers, GERD and Zollinger Ellison Syndrome. It can also be used to manage nausea, vomiting, bloating, burping, acidity and heartburn.
How and when to take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
Take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before meals. 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 therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
How long should I take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
You need to take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
What to do if I forgot to take a dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
If you forgot to take a dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE to compensate the missed ones.
What are the most common side effects of taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
The most common side effects of taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE are dryness of mouth, constipation and flatulence. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect bothers you.
Can I stop taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE without consulting your doctor?
No. You should not stop taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE without consulting your doctor because it may lead to reversal of symptoms. If you feel better after using ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE, consult your doctor for advice.
Will taking a higher dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE be more effective?
No, taking a higher dose of ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE will not be effective, rather it can lead to toxicity. Always take the dose prescribed by your doctor. If the prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for advice. Your doctor might increase the dose or suggest an alternative therapy.
What precautions do I need to follow while taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
Make sure to take ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE 30 minutes before meals. Before taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any blockage or tears in the gut or have weak bones. Consult your doctor before taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Regularly visit your doctor and take all the blood tests recommended by your doctor without fail.
Can I take medication for high blood pressure along with ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE?
It is not advisable to take medicines to control blood pressure while taking ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE without consulting your doctor as they have known interactions with ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE.
Can ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE be used in pregnant women?
ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
How much ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should I take?
ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE should be used only under medical supervision. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body condition and severity of the disease condition.
Can ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE cause constipation?
Yes. Constipation is a common side effect of using ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE. Eat plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, cereals as well as drink plenty of water and exercise more regularly when taking this medicine. Contact your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
Can ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE cause dry mouth?
Yes. Dry mouth is an uncommon side effect of using ESOLEMBIC D CAPSULE. Contact your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
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Last Updated
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