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Nexpro RD 20 Capsule

Name: Nexpro RD 20 Capsule
Brand: NEXPRO RD
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Overview

Nexpro RD 20 is a medication used to treat severe heartburn and other symptoms of GERD (acid reflux) when other treatments like esomeprazole alone haven't worked. It combines two medicines: esomeprazole, which reduces stomach acid, and domperidone, which improves the movement of food through your digestive system. This combination helps prevent stomach acid from flowing back up into your esophagus, causing discomfort.

Take Nexpro RD 20 exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually an hour before meals. Don't stop taking it without consulting your doctor. It's not suitable for children under 18.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Take the Nexpro RD 20 capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water, at least one hour before meals. Do not open, chew, or crush the capsule. Make sure to take this medicine regularly at the same time each day, following your doctor's instructions. Do not exceed the prescribed dose.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Nexpro RD 20 capsule during pregnancy?

You should consult your doctor before using Nexpro RD 20 capsule as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy. Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Nexpro RD 20 capsule while breastfeeding?

Components of Nexpro RD 20 capsule passes into breast milk in small amounts, thus, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. After assessing the benefits over the risks, your doctor might change the medicine, ask you to stop breastfeeding or closely monitor the baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Nexpro RD 20 capsules?

Nexpro RD 20 capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy or even blur your vision on a temporary basis. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Nexpro RD 20 capsules?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Nexpro RD 20 capsule as it is known to increase acidity and can make your acidity worse.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any liver and kidney-related diseases.
You have a specific blood test (Chromogranin A).
You experience black stools or have a stomach tumour.
You have a history of fractures or have osteoporosis or taking steroids.
You develop skin lesions, especially in the sun-exposed area, after taking this medicine.
You are taking medicines to treat HIV or apomorphine (used to treat muscle stiffness).
You have heart problems and associated symptoms like palpitations, difficulty in breathing and unconsciousness.
You experience stomach pain or indigestion, unexplained weight loss, have problems while swallowing, vomit out food or blood after taking this medicine.
You have low levels of vitamin B12. This medicine is known to reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 after long term use. Supplements may be needed.
You are on these capsules for long-term treatment (more than three months), your blood magnesium levels may decrease. Hence, your doctor may perform regular tests for the same.
Nexpro RD 20 capsule is not recommended for patients below the age of 18 years.
You are taking this medicine for more than one year may increase the chances of developing bone fractures.
Nexpro RD 20 capsule may lead to a slightly increased risk of bacterial infections due to salmonella and campylobacter organisms.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Nexpro RD 20 medicine can cause nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhoea, constipation, weakness, confusion, agitation, anxiety, fits, altered consciousness, sleepiness, etc. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you miss any dose of Nexpro RD 20, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one. Skipping doses or not finishing the full course of therapy may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

A pump called the proton pump in the stomach is responsible for the flow of stomach acids.
Esomeprazole works by binding to this proton pump in stomach cells and blocks the acid secretion.
Domperidone acts by increasing the motility of the stomach and intestines so that acid does not reflux back into the food pipe.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Nexpro RD 20 capsule?

Nexpro RD 20 capsule is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults when GERD does not respond to esomeprazole medicine alone. This condition leads to acid regurgitating from the stomach into the food pipe, causing heartburn, chest discomfort and acidity.

Can Nexpro RD capsule be taken after food?

It should not be taken after food as food interacts with the absorption of this medicine. Hence, it should preferably be taken at least 1 hour before food.

How much time does it take for Nexpro RD 20mg capsule to act?

It takes approximately 1 hour after taking a dose for Nexpro RD 20 capsule to act. However, the action varies in each individual due to varied physiology, disease condition and severity.

Can we take Nexpro capsule along with itraconazole?

You should avoid taking this medicine with itraconazole as it reduces the absorption of itraconazole, reducing its effect. You should consult your doctor before taking itraconazole when on treatment with Nexpro RD 20 capsule.

Is cap Nexpro RD 20 used to treat acidity?

Yes, Nexpro RD 20 capsule is used for acid reflux and its symptoms including acidity.

What is the composition of the Nexpro RD?

Nexpro RD contains a combination of domperidone and esomeprazole, an anti-reflux medicine.

How does Nexpro RD work?

Esomeprazole which is a proton pump inhibitor reduces acid secretion in the stomach. While domperidone increases the motility of the stomach and intestines so that acid does not reflux back into the food pipe.

Is there any side effect of Nexpro rd 20?

Headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, gas are a few common side effects of the Nexpro rd 20. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.