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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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