Esomac D 40 Capsule

Esomac D 40 Capsule is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Esomeprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.

Esomac D 40 Capsule is a combination of Domperidone and Esomeprazole. The active ingredients fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.

Esomac D 40 is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.

The action of this medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.

Esomac D 40 medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.

You are advised not to take Esomac D 40 Capsule if you have the following conditions:

• An allergy to Esomac D 40 Capsule or any other ingredient of this medicine
• Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
• Tumour in the pituitary gland
• Cardiac disease
• Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
• Severe/moderate liver impairment

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Peptic Ulcer

• Allergy

• Tumor Of Pituitary Gland

• Heart Diseases

• Skin Rash

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Stomach Pain

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Dry Mouth

• Cough

• Rhinitis

• Flatulence

• Insomnia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Esomac D 40 Cap lasts up to 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of Esomac D 40 Capsule can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine is suggested to be ignored by breastfeeding mothers.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Esomac D 40 Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Esoper Rd Tablet

  Signova Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Esoprz D 30Mg/40Mg Capsule

  Zyphar s Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Yees D 30mg/40mg Capsule

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Chilkul Ed Capsule

  Aptus Pharma Pvt Ltd

• ESOPASE RD 30MG/40MG TABLET

  Mac Millon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Pelit-Dsr Capsule

  Adonis Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Esokem D 30 Mg/40 Mg Capsule

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Esvoz D 30Mg/40Mg Tablet

  Vasu Organics Pvt Ltd

• Esium D Capsule

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Coloncid Dsr 30Mg/40Mg Capsule

  Rhumasafe Pharmaceutical

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Skip the missed dose and resume with the next scheduled dose at the right time.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

This medication attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Do not use this medicine in combination with clopidogrel, ketoconazole, methotrexate, warfarin, nelfinavir and digoxin.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Do not use this medicine if you suffer from liver disease, osteoporosis and hypomagnesemia.

• Ques : What is Esomac D 40 Capsule?

  Ans : This medication is a combination of Domperidone and Esomeprazole. The drug belongs to the class of drugs known as dopamine antagonists and PPI, respectively. It contains domperidone and esomeprazole as active ingredients.

• Ques : What are the uses of Esomac D 40 Capsule?

  Ans : Esomac D is used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastric ulcers, nausea and vomiting, and idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Esomac D 40 Capsule?

  Ans : Possible side-effects include a headache, somnolence, akathisia, diarrhea and rash.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Esomac D 40 Capsule?

  Ans : Esomac D capsule should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Esomac D 40 Capsule?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Congestive heart failure, Hypersensitivity to domperidone, Moderate or severe hepatic impairment, Pregnancy, etc.

• Ques : Is Esomac D 40 Capsule safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Esomac D 40 Capsule be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

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• Esomeprazole- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [Cited 24 March 2020]. Available from:

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• Domperidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 24 March 2020]. Available from:

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