Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet (Esomeprazole)
Price range: $53.44 through $84.00Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Tablet/s | $53.44 | $0.89 / tablet | ||
| 120 Tablet/s | $71.34 | $0.59 / tablet | ||
| 180 Tablet/s | $84.00 | $0.47 / tablet |
About Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet (Esomeprazole)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Esomeprazole
- Indication
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), including erosive reflux esophagitis; acid-related peptic ulcer conditions; prevention of NSAID-associated gastric and duodenal ulcers in patients at risk; Helicobacter pylori-associated duodenal ulcer treatment when used with appropriate antibiotics; and pathological acid hypersecretion such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
- Manufacturer
- Invision Medi Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Packaging
- Strip of 10 tablets
- Strength
- 40 mg
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Route
- Oral
Medicine overview
Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet contains 40 mg of esomeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. The product is supplied as an oral tablet and is used for acid-related digestive conditions, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and certain peptic ulcer conditions. Esomeprazole acts directly on the acid-producing cells of the stomach, providing sustained suppression of gastric acid.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat GERD and help heal erosive damage to the oesophagus caused by stomach acid. Depending on the clinical situation, esomeprazole is also used to manage or prevent certain gastric and duodenal ulcers, as part of combination treatment for H. pylori-associated duodenal ulcer disease, and for excessive acid production in conditions such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The appropriate indication and treatment duration depend on the patient's diagnosis.
How it works
Esomeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor class. It blocks the H+/K+-ATPase, commonly called the proton pump, in acid-producing parietal cells of the stomach. This is the final step involved in gastric acid secretion. By inhibiting this pump, esomeprazole lowers both normal and stimulated stomach-acid production. Reduced acid exposure can relieve acid-related symptoms and allows damaged tissue in the oesophagus or stomach to heal.
How it is taken
Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet is taken by mouth. Follow the prescribed instructions and swallow the tablet rather than changing its dosage or frequency without medical advice. Esomeprazole products are commonly administered before food; product-specific instructions should be followed. The appropriate dose, frequency and duration vary according to the condition being treated. Do not use a 40 mg strength as a substitute for another strength unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.
Important warnings
Do not use esomeprazole if you have had a serious hypersensitivity reaction to esomeprazole, another substituted benzimidazole PPI, or a formulation ingredient. Acid suppression can sometimes mask symptoms of serious gastrointestinal disease; unexplained weight loss, difficulty swallowing, recurrent vomiting, vomiting blood, or black stools require medical assessment. Important interactions include rilpivirine-containing medicines, and clinically relevant interactions or precautions may apply with clopidogrel, warfarin, digoxin, tacrolimus, some HIV medicines, methotrexate, rifampicin, St John's wort and medicines whose absorption depends on stomach acidity. Long-term PPI treatment has been associated with risks including low magnesium or vitamin B12 levels, bone fractures, intestinal infections and fundic gland polyps. Acute tubulointerstitial nephritis, lupus reactions and severe skin reactions have also been reported. Seek prompt medical attention for facial or throat swelling, breathing difficulty, severe or persistent diarrhoea, markedly reduced urination, or a severe blistering or peeling rash.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects reported with esomeprazole include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and nausea; constipation, vomiting and gas can also occur. Less common or serious reactions include severe allergic reactions, acute tubulointerstitial nephritis, severe skin reactions, C. difficile-associated diarrhoea, low magnesium levels, liver problems and lupus-like reactions. Long-term treatment may require clinical review and, when appropriate, monitoring for magnesium, vitamin B12 or other treatment-related concerns. Seek medical attention for severe or persistent diarrhoea, signs of an allergic reaction, severe rash, muscle spasms or abnormal heartbeat, jaundice, or symptoms suggesting kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Available human data have not identified a clear malformation or fetal/neonatal toxicity signal, but information specifically for esomeprazole remains more limited than for some alternatives. Treatment should therefore be used during pregnancy only after its need has been assessed.
Breastfeeding
Evidence on esomeprazole during breastfeeding is limited. Small amounts may pass into breast milk, and guidance differs between authoritative references. A healthcare professional should assess whether esomeprazole is appropriate during breastfeeding, taking the need for treatment and the infant's circumstances into account.
Food, drink and interactions
Alcohol does not directly stop esomeprazole from working, but it can increase stomach acid and irritate the stomach lining. This may make heartburn, reflux or other acid-related symptoms worse. Limiting or avoiding alcohol may therefore help if it triggers symptoms.
Food and drink
Esomeprazole tablets may have formulation-specific instructions about timing in relation to meals, so follow the product label or prescription directions. Foods do not need to be universally excluded, but rich, fatty, spicy or acidic foods and caffeinated drinks may worsen reflux or indigestion in some people. Avoid foods and drinks that reliably trigger your symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
How long does esomeprazole take to start working?
Esomeprazole usually starts reducing symptoms within 2 to 3 days, but it can take longer to achieve its full effect. Persistent or worsening symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare professional rather than changing the dose yourself.
Should I take Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet before or after food?
Follow the directions supplied with Actipraz or given by your prescriber. Esomeprazole products are commonly taken before food, but administration instructions can depend on the formulation.
Why am I still getting reflux while taking esomeprazole?
Reflux symptoms do not always disappear immediately, and some people continue to have symptoms despite acid suppression. If symptoms persist, become worse, or include difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, vomiting blood or black stools, medical assessment is needed.
Can esomeprazole be taken for a long time?
It can be prescribed for long-term treatment when clinically necessary, but prolonged PPI use should be periodically reviewed. Longer treatment can be associated with problems such as low magnesium or vitamin B12, fractures, intestinal infections and fundic gland polyps in some patients.
Can I suddenly stop esomeprazole after taking it for a long time?
Do not change or stop prescribed long-term treatment without discussing it with your healthcare professional. Stopping prolonged acid-suppressing treatment can sometimes be followed by increased acid-related symptoms.
Can I drink alcohol while taking esomeprazole?
Alcohol does not directly interfere with how esomeprazole works, but it can increase stomach acid and irritate the stomach lining. This can make reflux or indigestion symptoms worse.
What should I do if I develop diarrhoea while taking esomeprazole?
Mild diarrhoea can occur, but severe, watery or persistent diarrhoea needs medical attention because proton pump inhibitors are associated with an increased risk of certain intestinal infections.
Will I receive tracking if Actipraz is ordered from Cheap Generic Med?
Under Cheap Generic Med's standard international fulfilment model, tracked shipping is used and a tracking number should be provided after dispatch. Carrier systems may take 24–72 hours to begin showing movement.
Is Actipraz 40 Mg Tablet prescription-only?
The exact prescription classification for this Actipraz product depends on the jurisdiction. Product-specific prescription status could not be confirmed from an authoritative regulator source for all markets.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Active Ingredients | Esomeprazole |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Invision Medi Sciences Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging | Qty |
| strength | 40mg |
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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