Uses of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm

Hyperacidity, Heartburn, Stomach ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Medicinal Benefits

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 mothers, kidney, and liver disease patients. Usually, no dosage adjustment is required for these groups.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Suspension/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup.Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm

In adults

Headache
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Flatulence
Dizziness
Arthralgia (joint pain)

In Children

Upper respiratory tract infections (URI)
Headache
Fever
Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Rash
Abdominal pain

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm if you are allergic to Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm or proton pump inhibitors, have gastric cancer, liver disease, low magnesium level (osteoporosis), low vitamin B12, pregnant or planning for pregnancy, and breastfeeding mothers. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole), anti-HIV drug (atazanavir, nelfinavir), iron supplements, ampicillin antibiotic, anti-cancer drug (methotrexate). Let your doctor know if you are taking these medicines. Prolonged intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may cause lupus erythematosus (an inflammatory condition in which the immune system attacks its own tissues), Vitamin B12, and magnesium deficiency. Intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may mask the symptom of gastric cancer, so if you have any severe stomach pain or gastric bleeding (blood in mucous or stool) immediately consult the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may interact with a blood thinner (clopidogrel, warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole), anti-HIV drug (atazanavir, nelfinavir, rilpivirine), anti-viral drugs (nelfinavir), iron supplements, antibiotic (ampicillin, rifampicin), heart medicine (digoxin) and anti-cancer drug (methotrexate). Let your doctor know if you are taking these medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm interact with St John's wort plant that is used as an anti-depressant. This plant may affect the working of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm. So avoid its intake with Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm should be not given in patients with Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, magnesium and Vitamin B-12 deficiency (increased risk of bone fracture), atrophic gastritis (inflammed lining of stomach), and acute interstitial nephritis (inflammed cells of kidney).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

CLOPIDOGREL
WARFARIN
KETOCONAZOLE
VORICONAZOLE
ITRACONAZOLE
POSACONAZOLE
ATAZANAVIR
NELFINAVIR
RILPIVIRINE
AMPICILLIN
RIFAMPICIN
DIGOXIN
METHOTREXATE

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL
CAUTION

Drinking alcohol with Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may cause dehydration and elevate the level of stomach acid thereby decreasing its efficiency. So try to avoid, limit alcohol or contact doctor before intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm.
PREGNANCY
CAUTION

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm isn't usually recommended during pregnancy as there's no firm evidence it's safe. So, contact a doctor before intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
BREAST FEEDING
CAUTION

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm passes into the breast milk. However, no evidence of risk has been reported. Please consult your doctor before intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
DRIVING
CAUTION

In some cases, Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may cause dizziness, sleepy, or blur vision. If you observe these symptoms do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you feel better.
LIVER
CAUTION

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm should be taken with precaution in patients with liver disease.
KIDNEY
CAUTION

Patients with kidney disease should consult a doctor before taking Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm.
CHILDREN
CAUTION

Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm should not be prescribed for children under 5 years of age. Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm is generally prescribed from 5-16 years of children for the treatment of acid-related damage of the food pipe (erosive esophagitis).

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Avoid intake of acid or heartburn triggering foods or drinks like onions, peppermint, chocolate, caffeinated beverages, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes and high-fat and spicy foods.
Before going to sleep try to raise your bedhead so that your head and chest are higher than your feet. Do not use piles of pillows, instead, one raised block is fine. This will not allow the stomach acid to backflow through your food pipe.
Avoid taking alcohol and smoking cigarette. Alcohol can raise the level of production of stomach acid leading to heartburn and acid reflux. On the other hand, nicotine smoking damages the valve (sphincter) which prevents backflow of the stomach acid back into the food pipe.
Include high fibre containing foods, berries, cherries, leafy green veggies (kale, spinach) and black peppers in your meal. These foods are full of antioxidant, calcium and vitamin B 12 that can help cope with the long term effects of the medicine. Fermented dairy products like miso, sauerkraut, and kimchi contain probiotics which help in the prevention of excess stomach acid production. Cranberry juice can be beneficial in the peptic ulcer and H Pyroli infection.
Avoid regular sitting continuously, as it can increase stomach acid production. Try to take a break of 5 minutes in 1 hour by brisk walking or stretching.

Special Advise

Prolonged intake of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm may be associated with increased risk of Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, magnesium and Vitamin B-12 deficiency (increased risk of bone fracture), atrophic gastritis (inflammed lining of stomach), and acute interstitial nephritis (inflammed cells of kidney).

Uses of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm

Medicinal Benefits

Directions for Use

Storage

Side Effects of Nexpro Junior Sachet 1 gm

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PREGNANCY

BREAST FEEDING

DRIVING

LIVER

KIDNEY

CHILDREN

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Special Advise