Lomipraz-40 Tablet

Key Ingredient:
Esomeprazole 40 mg

Lomipraz-40 Tablet belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcer and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to pancreatic tumour).

Lomipraz-40 Tablet helps in reducing the stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase or gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the cells of the stomach wall responsible for the release of gastric acid secretion damaging tissues in the food pipe, stomach, and duodenum. Lomipraz-40 Tablet prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

Lomipraz-40 Tablet can be prescribed to the adults and children aged 12 years and over. It is better to take Lomipraz-40 Tablet an hour before a meal. Lomipraz-40 Tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Do not take Lomipraz-40 Tablet for more than 4 weeks of duration without consulting the doctor. You can increase the efficacy of Lomipraz-40 Tablet by taking a small meal or snacks frequently. Try to avoid caffeine-containing beverages (coffee, tea), spicy/deep fried/processed foods, carbonated beverages, acidic foods like citrus fruits/vegetables.

An adult taking Lomipraz-40 Tablet may have common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and arthralgia (joint pain). In the case of children taking Lomipraz-40 Tablet might report upper respiratory tract infections (URI), headache, fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, rash, and abdominal pain. These side effects are temporary and may get resolve after some time however if this side persists contact the doctor.

Lomipraz-40 Tablet is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, allergic to Lomipraz-40 Tablet or will have an endoscopy in the future. Prolonged intake of Lomipraz-40 Tablet may cause deficiency of Vitamin B12 and low level of calcium, magnesium, and Vitamin D leading to osteoporosis.

Key Benefits of Lomipraz-40 mg Tablet:
Treatment of Hyperacidity, Heartburn, Stomach ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Use under medical supervision.