Trusfluks 20 & 40 20 mg, 40 mg Gastro Resistant tablet
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and prevention of gastric ulcers.
Dosage (summary)
40 mg once daily for erosive reflux oesophagitis; 20 mg once daily for long-term management.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 hour, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Caution in pregnancy; not recommended during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Warfarin
- Digoxin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to esomeprazole
- Concomitant use with atazanavir or nelfinavir
Common side effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take whole with liquid; do not chew.
- Monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Report any signs of allergic reactions.
Serious warnings
- Risk of tubulointerstitial nephritis
- Increased risk of fractures
- Hypomagnesaemia
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