Esoxo Esomeprazole 40 mg (Gastro-Resistant) - 28 Tablets

Product Overview:

• Esoxo (Esomeprazole) 28 Tablets is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Esomeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).


• Esomeprazole may also be given to prevent gastric ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), or by the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).


• Esomeprazole is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.


• Esomeprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Esomeprazole works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes.

• Esomeprazole is used to treat heartburn and certain other conditions caused by too much acid in the stomach.


• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where stomach acid backs up into your esophagus


• To treat or prevent ulcers


• To treat or prevent erosive esophagitis (EE)


• Other disorders where your stomach makes too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome


• Treatment of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections


• Esomeprazole may also be used for other conditions as determined by your health care provider.

• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.


• Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.


• Esomeprazole should be taken at least one hour before a meal.


• Swallow the pill whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.

• Esomeprazole 40 mg

• headache;


• diarrhea;


• nausea, stomach pain, gas, constipation; or


• dry mouth.

• Esomeprazole can cause kidney problems. Tell your doctor if you are urinating less than usual, or if you have blood in your urine.


• Diarrhea may be a sign of a new infection. Call your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it.


• Esomeprazole may cause new or worsening symptoms of lupus. Tell your doctor if you have joint pain and a skin rash on your cheeks or arms that worsens in sunlight.

• It is not known if or how esomeprazole could affect pregnancy or harm a fetus. Tell your health care provider if you are or plan to become pregnant. Your health care provider will let you know if you should take esomeprazole while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. 

• Esomeprazole passes into breast milk. Tell your health care provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your health care provider will let you know if you should take esomeprazole while breastfeeding.

• Esomeprazole should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F and 77 F (20 C and 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F and 86 F (15 C and 30 C), for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store in a cool, dry place.

• Q. Does esomeprazole interact with foods or drinks?


• A. Esomeprazole should be taken on an empty stomach. Avoid taking esomeprazole within 1 hour before meals.


• It is unknown if drinking alcohol will affect esomeprazole.

• Q. What should I do if I miss a dose of esomeprazole?


• A. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next dose. Do not take double or extra doses. 

• Q. What should I avoid while taking esomeprazole?


• A. esomeprazole can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.

• Q. Does esomeprazole interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?


• A. Always tell your health care provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using.