treatment of gastroesophageal reflux, Helicid Max 20mg x 14 capsules

The active ingredient Helicid Max 20 mg contains omeprazole. The drug is indicated for short-term use in adults for the symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux. Preparation in the form of gastro-resistant capsules.

Composition of Helicid Max 20mg, treatment of gastroesophageal reflux:

Active substance: omeprazole (Omeprazole). Each capsule contains 20 mg of omeprazole and excipients: capsule filling: sucrose, grains (containing corn starch and sucrose), sodium lauryl sulfate, disodium phosphate anhydrous, mannitol, hypromellose, macrogol 6000, talc, polysorbate 80, titanium dioxide (E171) and methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer (1: 1), 30% dispersion. Capsule shell: gelatin, quinoline yellow (E104) and titanium dioxide (E171).

Action of Helicid Max, treatment of gastroesophageal reflux:

Omeprazole, the active substance of the medicinal product Helicid Max 20mg, belongs to the group of proton pump inhibitors. These are medicines that reduce the amount of acid that your stomach produces. The medicinal product Helicid Max 20mg is indicated as an agent in the treatment of the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux - heartburn, acid regurgitation (acid regurgitation). The drug is intended only for adults for short-term use.

Application treatment of gastroesophageal reflux:

The medicinal product Helicid Max 20mg is indicated for the short-term treatment of the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux. For use in adults.

Additional information:
Store the product out of reach of children, at room temperature. It is recommended to protect against moisture and light. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine in the following cases: you have ever had a skin reaction after taking a medicine to reduce stomach acid; a specific blood test (chromogranin A concentration) is planned. If you develop a skin rash (especially in areas of skin exposed to sunlight), please inform your doctor as soon as possible. Do not use the drug for more than 14 days without consulting a doctor. A doctor should be consulted if the symptoms persist or worsen despite the use of the drug. This medicine may help to hide the symptoms of other diseases. You need to consult a doctor, if you have experienced the following symptoms before or during treatment: unjustified weight loss and difficult swallowing; stomach pain or indigestion; the onset of vomiting with food or blood; passing black stools; severe or persistent diarrhea (omeprazole may increase the incidence of infectious diarrhea); stomach ulcers or gastrointestinal surgery; symptomatic treatment of indigestion or heartburn for 4 or more weeks; indigestion or heartburn for 4 or more weeks; jaundice or severe liver disease; age over 55, new symptoms or recent change in existing symptoms. The drug is not suitable for preventive use. This medicine may affect the way other medicines work. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding: the possibility of using this drug should be discussed with your doctor. The drug passes into the milk. The drug contains sucrose - in the case of diagnosed intolerance to some sugars, the possibility of using the drug should be discussed with the doctor. The drug contains quinoline yellow - this component may cause an allergic reaction.

Contraindications:
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. Do not use if you are allergic to drugs containing other proton pump inhibitors (e.g. pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole). Do not use in the case of drugs with atazanavir or nelfinavir (drugs used to treat HIV infection).

Side effects:
Some people may experience side effects while taking the drug. Contact your doctor immediately if you get the following symptoms: sudden wheezing, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat or body, rash, fainting or difficulty swallowing (signs of a severe allergic reaction); reddening of the skin with blisters or peeling (possible large blistering and bleeding in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals - these may be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis) (very rare); yellowing of the skin, dark urine and tiredness (signs of jaundice) Other side effects: common - headache; abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence; nausea or vomiting; benign polyps in the stomach; uncommon - swelling of the feet and ankles; dizziness, pins and needles, feeling sleepy; changes in liver function tests; skin rash, hives, itchy skin; general malaise and lack of energy; rarely - agranulocytosis; thrombocytopenia; allergic reactions; hyponatremia; feeling agitated, confused or depressed; change in the way things taste; blurred vision; sudden feeling of wheezing or short of breath (bronchospasm); dry mouth; inflammation of the oral mucosa; gastrointestinal mycosis; microscopic colitis; hepatitis with or without jaundice; hair loss (alopecia); skin rash caused by the skin being oversensitive to light (avoid exposure to the sun); joint pain, muscle pain; kidney problems (interstitial nephritis); excessive sweating; very rarely - hallucinations (perception of non-existent objects, people); severe liver problems leading to liver failure and inflammation of the brain; Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis; muscle weakness; male breast enlargement; Not known - if the drug is used for more than 3 months, the level of magnesium in the blood may decrease (symptoms - fatigue, involuntary muscle contractions, disorientation, convulsions, dizziness, increased heart rate) - if such symptoms occur, contact with a doctor; rash, possibly with pain in the joints. male breast enlargement; Not known - if the drug is used for more than 3 months, the level of magnesium in the blood may decrease (symptoms - fatigue, involuntary muscle contractions, disorientation, convulsions, dizziness, increased heart rate) - if such symptoms occur, contact with a doctor; rash, possibly with pain in the joints. male breast enlargement; Not known - if the drug is used for more than 3 months, the level of magnesium in the blood may decrease (symptoms - fatigue, involuntary muscle contractions, disorientation, convulsions, dizziness, increased heart rate) - if such symptoms occur, contact with a doctor; rash, possibly with pain in the joints.

Dosage of Helicid Max, treatment of gastroesophageal reflux capsules:

Use the drug as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the leaflet. Recommended daily dose: one capsule (take once a day). Can be used for 14 days. If symptoms persist after this time, consult your doctor. It may be necessary to use the drug for 2-3 consecutive days for improvement. The capsule should be taken in the morning - on an empty stomach or with a meal, swallowed whole, washed down with half a glass of water. The capsules must not be chewed or bitten. If you have a problem with swallowing the capsule, you can open it and dissolve its content in a tablespoon of still water or juice, e.g. apple, pineapple, orange (the juice should be sour), or in apple sauce. The mixture should be drunk immediately after preparation (at the latest within 30 minutes of preparation), then washed down with half a glass of water. Into the glass, in which the mixture was, pour about 125 ml of water (half a glass) and drink this water. This way you can be sure that you have taken the full dose. Do not use sparkling water and milk. The solids in the drug should not be crushed and chewed.

Helicid Max, treatment of gastroesophageal reflux