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Esomeprazole Magnesium

Also sold as Acid Reducer, Esomeprazole Magnesium, Esomeprazole magnesium, Esomeprazole

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

8 recalls on record — a recall affects specific batches; check with your pharmacist.

What it’s used for

Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated for the: Short-term treatment in the healing of erosive esophagitis (EE) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years to 17 years of age.

How to take it

1 A maximum dosage of 20 mg once daily is recommended for patients with severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh Class C). 2 Controlled studies do not extend beyond 6 months.

Important warnings

Gastric Malignancy : In adults, symptomatic response does not preclude the presence of gastric malignancy. Consider additional follow-up and diagnostic testing.

Common side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5. 2) ] Clostridium difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.

Interactions

Tables 3 and 4 include drugs with clinically important drug interactions and interaction with diagnostics when administered concomitantly with esomeprazole and instructions for preventing or managing them.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

2.5 MG Oral Suspension · 5 MG Oral Suspension · 49.3 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule · 24.65 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule · 40 MG Oral Tablet · 20 MG Oral Tablet · 20 MG Oral Capsule · 40 MG Oral Capsule · 20 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet · 40 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet · 20 MG Injection · 40 MG Injection · 20 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule · 40 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule · 20 MG Oral Suspension · 40 MG Oral Suspension · 10 MG Oral Suspension · 20 MG / 375 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet · 20 MG / 500 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

  • Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
  • What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
  • Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
  • What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?