Contour

Contour (Esomeprazole Magnesium) capsule belongs to a group of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It shows effectiveness by decreasing the amount of acid made by your stomach.

This PPI drug also helps reduce the symptoms of persistent cough, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. This medicine is especially effective for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and Zollinger-Ellison disease.

Package Contains: It contains 14 capsules of 40mg.

Composition:

Each capsule contains:

Esomeprazole Magnesium Eq. to Esomeprazole 40mg (as enteric coated pellets).

The product complies with U.S.P specifications.

Dosage: One capsule daily or as directed by the physician.

Uses: It is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Esomeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis.

Storage: Store between 15°C – 30°C. Keep away from heat, moisture, light and children.

Precautions: Daily long-term use (e.g., longer than 3 years) may lead to malabsorption or a deficiency of cyanocobalamin.

Contains enteric-coated granules (acid-labile); do not chew or crush; take 1 hr. before meals. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor when taking this medicine if you are pregnant.

Side effects: It can cause headache, flatulence, dry mouth, abdominal pain, diarrhea, etc.

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Marketed by: Continental Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd CONTINENTAL PHARMACEUTICALS

Manufactured by: S.J & G. Fazul Ellahie (Pvt.) Ltd. SJG sjggroup.com

You can buy it at: Contour Capsules DVAGO®

 

By: Zunaira Liaqat