CompositionZosa Tablet is used to treat problems caused by excess acid production in the stomach, such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It reduces the amount of acid the stomach produces, relieving symptoms such as heartburn, sour belching and stomach pain, and helps damage to the food pipe or stomach lining to heal.
This medicine contains esomeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is usually swallowed whole, before food; the tablet should not be chewed, crushed or broken. Take it exactly as your doctor advises, and do not stop taking it without your doctor's advice even if you feel better, as stopping treatment early can cause symptoms to return.
Avoiding spicy, fatty and acidic foods, caffeine and alcohol can help reduce acid-related symptoms. Eat smaller, more frequent meals, avoid lying down straight after eating, and avoid smoking, as these can make symptoms worse.
Before starting this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, weak bones, low magnesium levels, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also tell your doctor if you are taking blood-thinning medicines such as clopidogrel. Long-term use of this medicine may increase the risk of bone fractures, so have regular check-ups as advised by your doctor.
