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Esomeprazole - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 63304-740
Drug Name

Esomeprazole

Type Generic
Pharm Class Cytochrome P450 2C19 Inhibitors [MoA],
Proton Pump Inhibitor [EPC],
Proton Pump Inhibitors [MoA]
Active Ingredients
Esomeprazole magnesium 20 mg/1
Route ORAL
Dosage Form CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE
RxCUI drug identifier 606726
Application Number ANDA212866
Labeler Name Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
63304-740-14 1 bottle in 1 carton (63304-740-14) / 14 capsule, delayed release in 1 bottle
63304-740-27 2 bottle in 1 carton (63304-740-27) / 14 capsule, delayed release in 1 bottle
63304-740-44 3 bottle in 1 carton (63304-740-44) / 14 capsule, delayed release in 1 bottle
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Active ingredient

A list of the active, medicinal ingredients in the drug product.
Active ingredient (in each capsule) Esomeprazole 20 mg (Each delayed-release capsule contains 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate)

Dosage and administration

Information about the drug product’s dosage and administration recommendations, including starting dose, dose range, titration regimens, and any other clinically sigificant information that affects dosing recommendations.
Directions • adults 18 years of age and older • this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days • may take 1 to 4 days for full effect • 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 capsule a day • swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) • you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months • do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor • children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.

Inactive ingredient

A list of inactive, non-medicinal ingredients in a drug product.
Inactive Ingredients FD & C blue no 1, FD & C red no 3, ferrosoferric oxide, gelatin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer dispersion, mono and di glycerides, polysorbate 80, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac, sugar spheres (corn starch and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide and triethyl citrate.

Indications and usage

A statement of each of the drug products indications for use, such as for the treatment, prevention, mitigation, cure, or diagnosis of a disease or condition, or of a manifestation of a recognized disease or condition, or for the relief of symptoms associated with a recognized disease or condition. This field may also describe any relevant limitations of use.
Use • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Purpose

Information about the drug product’s indications for use.
Purpose Acid reducer

Spl product data elements

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Esomeprazole Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM ESOMEPRAZOLE FERROSOFERRIC OXIDE GELATIN, UNSPECIFIED HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE, UNSPECIFIED HYPROMELLOSE 2208 (100 MPA.S) MAGNESIUM STEARATE METHACRYLIC ACID - ETHYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER (1:1) TYPE A POLYSORBATE 80 POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE PROPYLENE GLYCOL SHELLAC TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE TRIETHYL CITRATE STARCH, CORN SUCROSE FD&C BLUE NO. 1 FD&C RED NO. 3 GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE RG;50

Package label principal display panel

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Package/Label Principal Display Panel NDC 63304-740-14 Treats Frequent Heartburn Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP, 20 mg Acid Reducer May take 1 to 4 days for full effect ohm ® 14 CAPSULES One 14-day course of treatment spl-esomeprazole-14ct-bottle-label Principal Display Panel NDC 63304-740-14 Treats Frequent Heartburn Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP, 20 mg Acid Reducer May take 1 to 4 days for full effect ohm ® 1 X 14 Count Bottle Inside 14 CAPSULES One 14-day course of treatment spl-esomeprazole-14ct-carton

Ask doctor

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Ask a doctor before use if you have: • had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. • frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn • unexplained weight loss • nausea or vomiting • stomach pain

Ask doctor or pharmacist

Information about when a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted about drug/drug or drug/food interactions before using a drug product.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: • taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Keep out of reach of children

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Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Other safety information

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Other information • read the directions and warnings before use. • Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). [See USP controlled room temperature.] • keep the carton. It contains important information.

Questions

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Questions? Call toll-free weekdays 8:30 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-818-4555. TAMPER-EVIDENT FEATURES: Do not use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with “SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION” or blue band around center of each capsule is broken or missing. Tips for Managing Heartburn • Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables. • Eat slowly and do not eat big meals. • Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime. • Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating. • Raise the head of your bed. • Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach. • If you are overweight, lose weight. • If you smoke, quit smoking. Manufactured by: Ohm Laboratories Inc. New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512 1019

Stop use

Information about when use of the drug product should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. Includes information about any signs of toxicity or other reactions that would necessitate immediately discontinuing use of the product.
Stop use and ask a doctor if: • your heartburn continues or worsens • you need to take this product for more than 14 days • you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months • you get diarrhea • you develop a rash or joint pain

Pregnancy or breast feeding

Pregnancy or Breast feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Warnings

Information about serious adverse reactions and potential safety hazards, including limitations in use imposed by those hazards and steps that should be taken if they occur.
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole Do not use if you have: • trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools • heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness • chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness • frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have: • had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. • frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn • unexplained weight loss • nausea or vomiting • stomach pain

Disclaimer: Do not rely on openFDA or Phanrmacy Near Me to make decisions regarding medical care. While we make every effort to ensure that data is accurate, you should assume all results are unvalidated. Source: OpenFDA, Healthporta Drugs API