Esomeprazole
Proton Pump Inhibitors such as esomeprazole reduce the amount of acid being produced by the lining of the stomach. Reducing the acid reduces the irritation to the stomach and helps to prevent ulcers forming. If damage has already occurred, esomeprazole can promote healing of the stomach lining. This reduces feelings of indigestion and stomach pain.Esomeprazole 40mg
Acid reflux occurs when the excess acid that is being produced escapes out of the stomach up into the oesophagus (food pipe). This gives the sensation of heartburn, a burning, painful sensation in the middle of the chest. As esomeprazole helps to reduce the amount of acid being produced, it can help to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, too.esomeprazole 20mg
It is similar to another PPI called omeprazole. They are made of the same ingredients, but their chemical make-up is slightly different. Esomeprazole is processed more slowly than omeprazole. This means it might work faster and last longer than omeprazole. If you take other medications, esomeprazole is less likely than omeprazole to interact with them.Esomeprazole 40mg
Like all medications, esomeprazole can have some side effects. The most common side effects with esomeprazole include:
- Headache
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Nausea or vomiting (feeling sick or being sick)
- Stomach pain
- Excess wind.