Nexpro Junior Granules for Oral Suspension (Esomeprazole 10mg) 1gm Sachet

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcer and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to pancreatic tumour).

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm helps in reducing the stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase or gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the cells of the stomach wall responsible for the release of gastric acid secretion damaging tissues in the food pipe, stomach, and duodenum. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm can be prescribed to the adults and children aged 12 years and over. It is better to take Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm an hour before a meal. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Besides this, Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm is also available in liquid form for those who cannot swallow tablets or capsules. Do not take Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm for more than 4 weeks of duration without consulting the doctor. You can increase the efficacy of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm by taking a small meal or snacks frequently. Try to avoid caffeine-containing beverages (coffee, tea), spicy/deep fried/processed foods, carbonated beverages, acidic foods like citrus fruits/vegetables (tomatoes).

An adult taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm might have common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and arthralgia (joint pain). In the case of children taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm might report upper respiratory tract infections (URI), headache, fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, rash, and abdominal pain.  These side effects are temporary and may get resolve after some time however if this side persists contact the doctor.

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, allergic to Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm, or will have an endoscopy in the future. Prolonged intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may cause deficiency of Vitamin B12 and low level of calcium, magnesium, and Vitamin D leading to osteoporosis.

Hyperacidity, Heartburn, Stomach ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm is effective at healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of food pipe), relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid). It can be prescribed to all age groups including special populations like the elderly, pregnant, lactating mother, kidney, and liver disease patients. Usually, no dosage adjustment is required for these groups.

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It is better to take Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm an hour before a meal. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Besides this, Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm is also available in liquid form for those who cannot swallow tablets or capsules. Do not take Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm for more than 4 weeks of duration without consulting the doctor.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

An adult taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm might have common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and arthralgia (joint pain). In the case of children taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm might report upper respiratory tract infections (URI), headache, fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, rash, and abdominal pain. These side effects are temporary and may get resolve after some time however if this side persists contact the doctor.