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Espra Capsules SpecificationRequires Prescription (YES/NO)YesGenericsEsomeprazoleUsed ForAcidity & UlcersHow it worksEsomeprazole works by binding irreversibly to the H+/K+ ATPase in the proton pump. Because the proton pump is the final pathway for secretion of hydrochloric acid by the parietal cells in the stomach, its inhibition dramatically decreases the secretion of hydrochloric acid into the stomach and alters gastric pH .Espra Capsules Usage And SafetyDosageEsomeprazoleSide EffectsHeadache , GI upset , Skin reactions , Dry mouth. Rarely angioedema . Rarely angiooedema , anaphylaxis , fundic gland polyps.Drug InteractionsPhenytoin , warfarin , clopidogrel , ketoconazole , itraconazole , voriconazole , diazepam , citalopram , imipramine , clomipramine , CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers , tacrolimus , digoxin , erlitinib , methotraxateIndicationTreatment of Heartburn , GERD , Gastritis & UlcerWhen not to UseIt is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Hypersensitivity reactions e.g. angioedema and anaphylaxis, bronchospasm, acute interstitial nephritis and urticaria have been reported with esomeprazole use.Espra Capsules PrecautionsPrecautionDaily long-term use (e.g. longer than 3 years) may lead to malabsorption or a deficiency of cyanocobalamin.Espra Capsules WarningsWarning 1Hypomagnesemia has been reported rarely with prolonged treatment with PPIs.Warning 2Long-term and multiple daily dose PPI therapy may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine.Warning 3Avoid concomitant use of Esomeprazole with clopidogrel.Espra Capsules Additional InformationPregnancy categoryAlways consult your physician before using any medicine.Storage (YES/NO)Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.