Asv-Zol 40 Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is asv-zol 40 tablet used for?
Asv-Zol 40 Tablet contains Esomeprazole 40mg, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid production. It is used to treat acidity, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers. It works by blocking the enzyme in the stomach wall that produces acid, providing relief from symptoms and promoting healing.
- Generic Name: Esomeprazole
- Manufacturer: Asvins Lifecare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ asv-zol 40 tablet Uses & Benefits
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Helicobacter pylori eradication (in combination), peptic ulcer disease, prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers.
Off-label uses: Laryngopharyngeal reflux, prevention of stress ulcers in critically ill patients, eosinophilic esophagitis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Esomeprazole |
| Brand Name | Adyom 40mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Asvins Lifecare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Proton pump inhibitors |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the H+/K+-ATPase in the gastric parietal cell.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take asv-zol 40 tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of asv-zol 40 tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Dry mouth
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
- Bone fracture (hip, wrist, spine)
- Hypomagnesemia
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
- Vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatic encephalopathy
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Agranulocytosis
- Pancreatitis
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel | Moderate | Reduced antiplatelet effect |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Methotrexate
- Rilpivirine
- Atazanavir
- Nelfinavir
- Saquinavir
- Erlotinib
- Dasatinib
- Nilotinib
- Mycophenolate mofetil
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Cilostazol
- Diazepam
- Phenytoin
- Citalopram
- Escitalopram
- Ketoconazole
- Itraconazole
- Iron salts
- Digoxin
- Tacrolimus
- Cyclosporine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Sucralfate
- Ampicillin
- Bisphosphonates
- Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; best taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before a meal.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction; alcohol may exacerbate gastric irritation.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to esomeprazole or substituted benzimidazoles; concomitant use with rilpivirine-containing products.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Symptoms of acid reflux, endoscopic healing, serum magnesium levels (with prolonged use), bone mineral density (long-term), liver function tests.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; caution advised; avoid if possible.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; no specific antidote; hemodialysis not effective.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.