Esomeprazole Magnesium

ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM- esomeprazole magnesium capsule, delayed release
NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

1.1 Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated for the short-term treatment (4 to 8 weeks) in the healing and symptomatic resolution of diagnostically confirmed erosive esophagitis. For those patients who have not healed after 4 to 8 weeks of treatment, an additional 4 to 8 week course of esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules may be considered.
Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated to maintain symptom resolution and healing of erosive esophagitis. Controlled studies do not extend beyond 6 months.
Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated for short-term treatment (4 to 8 weeks) of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD in adults and children 1 year or older.

1.2 Risk Reduction of NSAID-Associated Gastric Ulcer

Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated for the reduction in the occurrence of gastric ulcers associated with continuous NSAID therapy in patients at risk for developing gastric ulcers. Patients are considered to be at risk due to their age (≥ 60) and/or documented history of gastric ulcers. Controlled studies do not extend beyond 6 months.

1.3 H. pylori Eradication to Reduce the Risk of Duodenal Ulcer Recurrence

Triple Therapy (esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules plus amoxicillin and clarithromycin): Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, in combination with amoxicillin and clarithromycin, is indicated for the treatment of patients with H. pylori infection and duodenal ulcer disease (active or history of within the past 5 years) to eradicate H. pylori. Eradication of H. pylori has been shown to reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence [see Dosage and Administration (2) and Clinical Studies (14)]. In patients who fail therapy, susceptibility testing should be done. If resistance to clarithromycin is demonstrated or susceptibility testing is not possible, alternative antimicrobial therapy should be instituted [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.4) and the prescribing information for clarithromycin].

1.4 Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions Including Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are indicated for the long-term treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied as delayed-release capsules for oral administration. The recommended dosages are outlined in Table 1. Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules should be taken at least one hour before meals.

The duration of proton pump inhibitor administration should be based on available safety and efficacy data specific to the defined indication and dosing frequency, as described in the prescribing information, and individual patient medical needs. Proton pump inhibitor treatment should only be initiated and continued if the benefits outweigh the risks of treatment.

Table 1: Recommended Dosage Schedule for Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules

Indication Dose Frequency
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Healing of Erosive Esophagitis 20 mg or 40 mg Once Daily for 4 to 8 Weeks 1
Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis 20 mg Once Daily 2
Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease 20 mg Once Daily for 4 Weeks 3
Pediatric GERD
12 to 17 Year Olds
Healing of Erosive Esophagitis 20 mg or 40 mg Once Daily for 4 to 8 Weeks
Symptomatic GERD 20 mg Once Daily for 4 Weeks
1 to 11 Year Olds 4
Short-term Treatment of Symptomatic GERD 10 mg Once Daily for up to 8 Weeks
Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
weight < 20 kg 10 mg Once Daily for 8 Weeks
weight ≥ 20 kg 10 mg or 20 mg Once Daily for 8 Weeks
Risk Reduction of NSAID-Associated Gastric Ulcer 20 mg or 40 mg Once Daily for up to 6 months 2
H. pylori Eradication to Reduce the Risk of Duodenal Ulcer Recurrence
Triple Therapy:
Esomeprazole 40 mg Once Daily for 10 Day
Amoxicillin 1000 mg Twice Daily for 10 Days
Clarithromycin 500 mg Twice Daily for 10 Days
Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions Including Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome 40 mg 6 Twice Daily 7

1 [See Clinical Studies (14.1)]The majority of patients are healed within 4 to 8 weeks. For patients who do not heal after 4 to 8 weeks, an additional 4 to 8 weeks of treatment may be considered.
2 Controlled studies did not extend beyond six months.
3 If symptoms do not resolve completely after 4 weeks, an additional 4 weeks of treatment may be considered.
4 Doses over 1 mg/kg/day have not been studied.
5. Doses over 1.33 mg/kg/day have not been studied.
6 The dosage of esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules in patients with pathological hypersecretory conditions varies with the individual patient. Dosage regimens should be adjusted to individual patient needs.
7 Doses up to 240 mg daily have been administered [see Drug Interactions (7)] .


Please refer to amoxicillin and clarithromycin prescribing information for Contraindications, Warnings, and dosing in elderly and renally-impaired patients.

Specific Populations

Hepatic Insufficiency In patients with mild to moderate liver impairment (Child-Pugh Classes A and B), no dosage adjustment is necessary. For patients with severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh Class C), a dose of 20 mg of esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules should not be exceeded [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .

Directions for use specific to the route and available methods of administration for each of these dosage forms are presented in Table 2.

Table 2: Administration Options

Administration Options (See text following table for additional instructions.)
Dosage Form Route Options
Delayed-Release Capsules Oral Capsule can be swallowed whole. -or- Capsule can be opened and mixed with applesauce.
Delayed-Release Capsules Nasogastric Tube Capsule can be opened and the intact granules emptied into a syringe and delivered through the nasogastric tube.

Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules

Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules should be swallowed whole.

Alternatively, for patients who have difficulty swallowing capsules, one tablespoon of applesauce can be added to an empty bowl and the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule can be opened, and the granules inside the capsule carefully emptied onto the applesauce. The granules should be mixed with the applesauce and then swallowed immediately: do not store for future use. The applesauce used should not be hot and should be soft enough to be swallowed without chewing. The granules should not be chewed or crushed. If the granules/applesauce mixture is not used in its entirety, the remaining mixture should be discarded immediately.

For patients who have a nasogastric tube in place, esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules can be opened and the intact granules emptied into a 60 mL catheter tipped syringe and mixed with 50 mL of water. It is important to only use a catheter tipped syringe when administering esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules through a nasogastric tube. Replace the plunger and shake the syringe vigorously for 15 seconds. Hold the syringe with the tip up and check for granules remaining in the tip. Attach the syringe to a nasogastric tube and deliver the contents of the syringe through the nasogastric tube into the stomach. After administering the granules, the nasogastric tube should be flushed with additional water. Do not administer the granules if they have dissolved or disintegrated.

The mixture must be used immediately after preparation.

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