Esomeprazole (20mg, 40mg)

Like all medications, Esomeprazole tablets may cause side effects in some people. The most common side effects include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea

Serious side effects can include:

• Joint pain
• Skin rash
• Liver problems

If you experience any side effects for prolonged periods while taking Esomeprazole tablets, please speak to your GP for further advice.

The most common symptom of acid reflux is heartburn. This can be described as a burning or painful sensation in the chest, which may spread to your neck and throat. Other common symptoms include:

• Heartburn
• Sore throat
• Dry cough
• Regurgitation
• Dyspepsia
• Sour taste
• Asthma symptoms

Contact your doctor if you experience the following severe symptoms:

Extreme chest pain

• Abnormal heartburn
• Sweating
• Dizziness
• Pain in the left hand and upwards towards the jaw

Alcohol results in an increase in acid causing irritation in the stomach lining. Esomeprazole tablets can be taken alongside alcohol but it may cause increased side effects.

You can take these tablets with food or on an empty stomach.

Avoid taking Esomeprazole tablets with any medicine containing nelfinavir.

Before you take Esomeprazole tablets, it is important that your doctor knows if you are already taking any other medications, including:

• Atazanavir or saquinavir
• Clopidogrel
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole or voriconazole
• Erlotinib
• Citalopram, imipramine or clomipramine
• Diazepam
• Phenytoin
• Warfarin
• Cilostazol
• Cisapride
• Digoxin
• Methotrexate
• Tacrolimus
• Rifampicin
• St John’s wort

There are no known interactions between multivitamins and Esomeprazole tablets, however, this does not mean there aren’t any. Your healthcare provider is aware of all the ingredients in these two products so you should consult them before making changes to diet or medications yourself.

Esomeprazole tablets and Omeprazole capsules are both proton pump inhibitors that work to reduce the amount of stomach acid produced. However, Esomeprazole tablets have been shown to be more effective than Omeprazole in reducing gastric acid.

Lansoprazole capsules and Esomeprazole tablets are both used to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and stomach ulcers. In a study, 40mg of Esomeprazole tablets were studied against 30mg of Lansoprazole capsules. Esomeprazole tablets were found to be more effective than the latter in the healing of erosive oesophagitis.

Esomeprazole tablets and capsules are both proton pump inhibitors that work to reduce the amount of stomach acid produced. Capsules have a coating on them. However, the Esomeprazole tablets available on e-Surgery are gastro-resistant, meaning they work similarly to capsules.

You should not take Esomeprazole Tablets if:

• Allergic to Esomeprazole tablets or the ingredients.
• Allergic to proton pump inhibitor medications.
• Taking any medicine with nelfinavir in it.

 Take precautions if you have:

• Severe liver problems.
• Severe kidney problems.
• Had a skin reaction after taking similar medication.
• Have a blood test scheduled.

 Immediately contact your doctor in the following cases:

• Extreme weight loss.
• Swallowing difficulties.
• Vomiting of food or blood.
• Black stools.

Yes, you can buy Esomeprazole tablets safely from e-Surgery – an online registered prescriber that stocks this medication and offers delivery to all UK residents.

Before placing your order, check for the green GPhC logo on the bottom of the pharmacy’s website. The GPhC website will tell if the pharmacy is registered or not.

The price of Esomeprazole tablets when buying online varies depending on the strength and quantity. e-Surgery offers this medication as 20mg and 40mg tablets in quantities of 28 and 56. The price range is £15.95 – £19.95.

If you would like more information about Esomeprazole tablets, please visit the Patient Information Leaflet.

You can also use our Ask-A-Pharmacist service to speak to one of our trained professionals.

Additional information on how to treat acid reflux with simple home remedies is also available on our Health Hub.

e-Surgery delivery offers Royal Mail delivery options, including 48 tracked delivery, tracked 24, and 1 pm special delivery. e-Surgery is an online pharmacy offering Esomeprazole tablets at competitive prices, with no hidden charges and completely discreet service. Your order will be packaged in a 100% recyclable cardboard box.

Each pack of Esomeprazole tablets contains 28 or 56 Esomeprazole tablets with a Patient Information Leaflet. The medication is available in two dosages: 20mg and 40mg.

When you order Omeprazole capsules from an online pharmacy, they will come in paper blister packs that cannot be recycled. You can dispose of them in a dustbin or drop off any unfinished or expired medication at a local pharmacy.

Yes, Esomeprazole tablets are gastro resistant. It is important that you do not chew or crush the tablet as this could affect the way it works.

Yes, Esomeprazole tablets are safe to use if you have been prescribed them by your doctor. However, it is important that you do not take the medication in high doses or for long periods of time without speaking with a healthcare professional first.

Yes, Nexium is the branded version of Esomeprazole.