Esomeprazole (GH) TM
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Active ingredients: esomeprazole
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 40 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '40' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100's pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Light pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '20' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 40 mg enteric-coated tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '40' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Keep Container Tightly Closed/Airtight
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 75 CC HDPE with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister) of 30's pack
- HDPE bottle pack (120CC HDPE bottle with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister.) of 56's pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Light pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '20' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Keep Container Tightly Closed/Airtight
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 75 CC HDPE with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister) of 30's pack
- HDPE bottle pack (120CC HDPE bottle with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister.) of 56's pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 40 mg enteric-coated tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '40' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Keep Container Tightly Closed/Airtight
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 75 CC HDPE with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister) of 30's pack
- HDPE bottle pack (120CC HDPE bottle with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister.) of 56's pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Light pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '20' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Keep Container Tightly Closed/Airtight
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 75 CC HDPE with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister) of 30's pack
- HDPE bottle pack (120CC HDPE bottle with 38 mm neck (with induction sealing liner) containing molecular sieve desiccant canister.) of 56's pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 40 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '40' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100's pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Light pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '20' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Light pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '20' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESOMEPRAZOLE GH esomeprazole (as magnesium trihydrate) 40 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Esomeprazole enteric-coated tablet indicated for:,1] Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD),- Treatment of erosive reflux oesophagitis,- Long-term management of patients with healed oesophagitis to prevent relapse,- Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),2] Patients requiring NSAID therapy,- Short-term treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy.,- Healing of gastric ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy,- Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers associated with non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug NSAID (non-selective and COX-2 selective) therapy in patients at risk.,3] Prevention of rebleeding of gastric or duodenal ulcers following treatment with esomeprazole solution administered by intravenous infusion.,4] Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and idiopathic hypersecretion,In combination with appropriate antibiotics for:,- Healing of duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori,- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with active or healed peptic ulcer
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Pink coloured, oblong, biconvex, coated tablets debossed with '40' on one side and 'CE' on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Peelable child resistance PET/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100's pack
- Al/Al blister pack (PVC/OPA/Al/PVC/Plain/Al foil) of 7, 30, 100s pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient esomeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems