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Buy Perrigo Esomeprazole 20mg capsules over the counter
Perrigo esomeprazole capsules are a reliable treatment for symptoms of indigestion and acid reflux. Just one capsule a day is all you’ll need to ease symptoms like heartburn, a sore throat, and that sour taste in your mouth caused by reflux. If you’re looking for quick and simple reflux relief that lasts all day, Perrigo heartburn and acid reflux control capsules could be the perfect treatment for you.
How esomeprazole relieves heartburn and indigestion
Acid reflux and heartburn happen when excess stomach acid travels up your food pipe or oesophagus, causing irritation and a burning sensation in your chest. Esomeprazole is a type of medication known as a proton pump inhibitor or PPI. These medications relieve heartburn and acid reflux by reducing the amount of stomach acid you produce, reducing the chances of it travelling into your food pipe. This gives your food pipe time to heal from previous irritation while reducing symptoms like heartburn, burping, and a sour taste in your mouth.
Directions
Take one esomeprazole 20mg capsule a day, at any time of day. You should not take this treatment for more than 14 days in a row unless you have been advised to do so by your doctor or pharmacist. You may not notice an immediate improvement in your symptoms until day 2 or 3 of your treatment, if your symptoms get worse or you do not notice any improvement after taking your medication for 14 days in a row you should speak to your doctor.
Side effects
Like all medications, esomeprazole can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The most common side effects of this medication include:
- Headaches
- Digestive symptoms, e.g. diarrhoea, stomach aches, constipation, and wind
- Feeling or being sick
- Benign growths or polyps in the stomach
For a complete list of potential side effects of this treatment, please see the patient information leaflet included with your medication.
Serious side effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects of this medication you should seek immediate medical assistance from a doctor or emergency services, if necessary.
- Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, e.g. wheezing, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the mouth, tongue, face, or throat, fainting, an itchy skin rash, or hives
- Reddening of the skin with blisters and bleeding in the eyes, lips, mouth, nose, and genitals
- Symptoms of liver problems, e.g. yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice), dark urine, or tiredness.
Warnings
You should not take this medication if you are allergic to esomeprazole, any of the other listed ingredients, or any other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you have:
- Had a stomach ulcer or stomach surgery in the past
- Been taking heartburn or acid reflux treatment continuously for 4 weeks or more
- Jaundice or severe liver problems
- Severe kidney problems
- Ever had a skin reaction after taking a similar medication
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
You should avoid taking any unnecessary medication while pregnant or breastfeeding, including esomeprazole. However, heartburn and indigestion are common during pregnancy, so if you feel you need treatment you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist. They will be able to recommend a treatment that will be safe for you to use throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Driving
There are some uncommon side effects of esomeprazole that may affect your ability to drive or use machinery. These include dizziness, eyesight disturbances (such as blurred vision), and a spinning sensation. If you experience these or any other symptoms that could affect your judgement after taking esomeprazole you should not attempt to drive or use machinery until you are absolutely certain that your symptoms have passed.
Age restrictions
Esomeprazole capsules are not suitable for use in children or those under the age of 18. If you are over the age of 55 and take indigestion medication every day or have new or different symptoms of acid reflux than usual, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
Food and drink
Esomeprazole capsules contain sucrose, which may not be suitable for those who have an intolerance to some sugars. This product contains less than 1 mmol of sodium in each capsule, making it essentially sodium-free.
Other medications
Some other medications can interact with esomeprazole, making your treatment less effective or causing unpleasant side effects. You should not take this product if you are already taking any of the following medicines:
- Nelfinavir, which is used to treat the HIV infection
- Clopidogrel, which is used to prevent blood clots
- Any other PPIs, such as pantoprazole, lansoprazole, or omeprazole
- H2 antagonists, such as ranitidine or famotidine
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Are heartburn and acid reflux the same thing?
Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, rather than a separate issue in itself.
Acid reflux is what happens when excess stomach acid moves up your food pipe, causing irritation as it goes.
Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest that happens as a result of that excess stomach acid burning your food pipe.
You may experience other symptoms of acid reflux, such as burping or a sore throat, without heartburn, but heartburn can't happen without acid reflux.
What is heartburn?
Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux. It occurs when acid produced by the stomach travels up towards the throat and causes a burning sensation in the middle of your chest.
You may also experience a cough, hiccups, bad breath and nausea when suffering from acid reflux.
Although acid reflux is not a serious condition it may be a symptom of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), a long-term form of acid reflux.
If you often experience heartburn and acid reflux it is recommended that you seek advice from your doctor, as they will be able to prescribe a medicine known as a proton pump inhibitor (usually either omeprazole or lansoprazole) which can help to reduce the amount of stomach acid that is produced by your stomach.
What is GORD?
GORD stands for gastro-oesophagal reflux disease and is also known as GERD in American English.
GORD is often recognised as a persistent or prolonged form of acid reflux and can be a severe condition in some patients.
As well as heartburn, some of the most common symptoms of GORD include:
- An unpleasant taste in the mouth
- Bad breath
- Bloating and wind
- A sore throat
- Feeling or being sick
- Pain or difficulty swallowing
- A persistent cough
- Tooth decay and gum disease
Are GERD and GORD the same thing?
You may have heard of both GERD and GORD.
These are both the exact same condition: GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease and GORD stands for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
The difference is down to the British spelling of oesophagus compared to the American spelling, esophagus.
