BEXIPRO

Composition – Domperidone 30 mg + Esomeprazole 40 mg

Dosage Form – SR Capsule

Domperidone + Esomeprazole is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Esomeprazole. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing the food to move more easily through the stomach.

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Description

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Uses

Domperidone+Esomeprazole is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and functional dyspepsia.

Side Effects

Diarrhea, Flatulence, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Fundic gland polyps, Abdominal pain

How to Use

This capsule is best taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly. You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee), and spicy or fatty foods.

How it Works

Domperidone + Esomeprazole is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Esomeprazole. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing the food to move more easily through the stomach. Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

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Chemical ClassTimoprazole Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGastro Intestinal
Action ClassProton pump inhibitors
Quick Tips

1. Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning. 2. It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time. Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.

What if you forgot to take

If you have missed giving any dose of this medicine, then give it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule. Follow the dosing schedule regularly & take this medicine at regular intervals.

FAQs
References
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