Eskem Capsule Uses

Eskem capsule is primarily used for the treatment of hyperacidity and acid-related other gastrointestinal problems. It belongs to Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI), a class of drugs. Following are some common uses of Eskem Capsules:

1. GERD: Eskem capsule is commonly used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus.
2. Heartburn: Eskem capsules help to reduce the amount of acid produced in your stomach, providing relief from heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD.
3. Peptic Ulcer: Eskem capsules can also be used to treat peptic ulcers, which are open sores on your stomach lining caused by excess stomach acid, and to reduce gastric irritation.
4. NSAID-Induced Ulcer: Eskem capsule is also used in conditions like gastric ulcer, NSAID-induced ulceration, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Other Uses of Eskem Capsules

1. Pernicious Anemia: Eskem can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice for pernicious anemia and other macrocytic anemias.
2. H.pylori Infection: Additionally, Eskem effectively eradicates Helicobacter pylori infection due to its higher oral bioavailability and increased antimicrobial activity against H. pylori as compared to other PPI.

Eskem is one of the leading brands of Esomeprazole, manufactured and marketed by High Q Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.

The following are some available alternative brands of Eskem and their manufacturers.

• Nexum : Getz Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Esso : Shaigan Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• NovoTeph : Sami Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Contour : Continental Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Ezium : Searl Pakistan.
• Ezomol : Abbott Laboratories, Pakistan.
• Esorid : Hilton Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Esofil : Saffron Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Esante : Macter International.
• Esomega : Ferozesons Laboratories Ltd.

Presently, Eskem is available in Capsules and Injection (intravenous) Forms.

Eskem Capsules : 20mg and 40mg strengths.

Eskem Injection (IV) : 40mg strength.

Despite its many benefits, there are certain situations in which taking Eskem should be avoided or used cautiously due to potential side effects or drug interactions.

People who have had an allergic reaction to any PPI medication should not take Eskem as it could cause another reaction.

Those who take drugs such as warfarin (Coumadin) may need their dosages adjusted because Eskem can interfere with its effectiveness in some cases.

People who are taking warfarin speak with a doctor before starting this medicine.

People who have liver disease or low levels of magnesium should also use caution when taking this medication as it may worsen these conditions over time.

Eskem Capsule: For better results take Eskem empty stomach, ideally before breakfast.

Adults (18 years old and above) Dose for Gastric Irritation: 20mg once daily for 1 week.

Adults (18 years old and above) Dose for GERD: 20 to 40mg once daily for 2 weeks depending on response or severity.

Eskem Injection: Admistrated intravenously within 30 minutes.

Adults Dose for GERD with Erosive Esophagitis: 40mg injection IV once daily for 10 days.

Eskem belongs to the drugs known as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI). It works to reduce gastric secretions by binding irreversibly to the H+/K+ ATPase in the proton pump. These proton pumps are responsible for the acidic anointment in the stomach.

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