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Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
CVS PHARMACY, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
RELIABLE 1 LABORATORIES LLC FDA OTC

Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each capsule) Esomeprazole 20 mg (Each delayed-release capsule corresponds to 22.250 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) Purpose Acid reducer Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole. Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: Skin reddening Blisters Rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn unexplained weight loss nausea or vomiting stomach pain Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if your heartburn continues or worsens you need to take this product for more than 14 days you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months you get diarrhea you develop a rash or joint pain If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Directions adults 18 years of age and older this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days may take 1 to 4 days for full effect 14-Day Course of Treatment Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning take every day for 14 days do not take more than 1 capsule a day swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition. Other Information read the directions and warnings before use keep the carton. It contains important information. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP, 20 mg: FD&C Blue 2, Gelatin, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Methacrylic Acid and Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer Dispersion, Mono-and Di-Glycerides, Pharmaceutical Ink, Polysorbate 80, Sugar Spheres, Talc, Triethyl Citrate. Questions or comments? Call toll-free weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-516-314-0666 Contact Reliable 1 Laboratories LLC or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch Made in India Additional Information KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Do Not Use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "SEALED for YOUR PORTECTION" or Blue band around the center of each capsule is broken or missing. Tips for Managing Heartburn Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables. Eat slowly and do not eat big meals. Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime. Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating. Raise the head of your bed. Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach. If you are overweight, lose weight. If you smoke, quit smoking. Marketed by: Graviti Pharmaceuticals Inc., Wilmington, Delaware-19801, USA. Made in India

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
ZYDUS PHARMACEUTICALS USA INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.15 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to creamish colored hygroscopic powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water and methanol, practically in soluble in heptane and soluble in N, N-dimethyl formamide. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Each packet of esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 21.8 mg and 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP, respectively), in the form of the enteric-coated pellets and inactive granules. The enteric-coated pellets are composed of following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, mannitol, methacrylic acid copolymer dispersion, mono-and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, povidone, talc, triethyl citrate and sugar spheres (source: sucrose and maize starch). The inactive granules are composed of the following ingredients: anhydrous citric acid, crospovidone, dextrose, ferric oxide red, strawberry flavor and xanthan gum. The esomeprazole pellets and inactive granules are constituted with water to form a suspension and are given by oral, nasogastric, or gastric administration. Esomeprazole Magnesium For Delayed-Release Oral Suspension

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
CVS PHARMACY, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
BRYANT RANCH PREPACK FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.12 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is practically insoluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono and di glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide, and triethyl citrate. In addition, the empty hard gelatin capsule shells contain gelatin and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shells are imprinted with edible ink containing butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, shellac, strong ammonia solution and yellow iron oxide. Meets USP Dissolution Test 2.

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
ADVANCED RX OF TENNESSEE, LLC FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl- 2-pyridinyl]methyl] Sulfinyl], Magnesium Salt (2:1) Trihydrate. Esomeprazole is S-enantiomer of omeprazole. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 .3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water. Slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.25 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and starch), talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, titanium dioxide and sodium lauryl sulfate. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide and potassium hydroxide. Esomeprazolemagnesiumfigure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PD-RX PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac. Figure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
THE KROGER CO. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
HEB FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
GLENMARK THERAPEUTICS INC., USA FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
A-S MEDICATION SOLUTIONS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl- 2-pyridinyl]methyl] Sulfinyl], Magnesium Salt (2:1) Trihydrate. Esomeprazole is S-enantiomer of omeprazole. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 .3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water. Slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.25 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and starch), talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, titanium dioxide and sodium lauryl sulfate. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide and potassium hydroxide. Esomeprazolemagnesiumfigure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
NCS HEALTHCARE OF KY, LLC DBA VANGARD LABS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.12 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is practically insoluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono and di glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide, and triethyl citrate. In addition, the empty hard gelatin capsule shells contain gelatin and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shells are imprinted with edible ink containing butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, shellac, strong ammonia solution and yellow iron oxide. Meets USP Dissolution Test 2. Chemical Structure

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
MEDSOURCE PHARMACEUTICALS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac. Figure1

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
BRYANT RANCH PREPACK FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is bis (5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.15 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to creamish colored hygroscopic powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water and methanol, practically in soluble in heptane and soluble in N, N-dimethyl formamide. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Each capsule of esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule, USP contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 21.8 mg and 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate, respectively), in the form of the enteric-coated pellets. The enteric-coated pellets are composed of following inactive ingredients: FD&C blue 1, hydroxypropyl cellulose, gelatin, magnesium oxide, magnesium stearate, mannitol, methacrylic acid copolymer dispersion, mono- and di-glycerides, povidone, polysorbate 80, sodium lauryl sulfate, starch (source: maize), sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide and triethyl citrate. Additionally, each 20 mg capsule shell contains: FD&C red 3 and each 40 mg capsule shell contains: D&C red 28. The capsule shell is printed with black pharmaceutical ink which contains following ingredients: black iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol and shellac.

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
A-S MEDICATION SOLUTIONS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac.

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
WALGREEN CO. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
TIME CAP LABORATORIES, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
GLENMARK THERAPEUTICS INC., USA FDA OTC

Esomeprazole Magnesium Drug Facts Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each capsule) Esomeprazole 20 mg (Each delayed-release capsule corresponds to 22.250 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) Purpose Acid reducer Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole. Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: Skin reddening Blisters Rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools heartburn with lightheadedness , sweating or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn unexplained weight loss nausea or vomiting stomach pain Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if your heartburn continues or worsens you need to take this product for more than 14 days you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months you get diarrhea you develop a rash or joint pain If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Directions adults 18 years of age and older this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days may take 1 to 4 days for full effect 14-Day Course of Treatment Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning take every day for 14 days do not take more than 1 capsule a day swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition. Other Information read the directions and warnings before use keep the carton. It contains important information. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP, 20 mg: FD&C Blue 2, Gelatin, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Methacrylic Acid and Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer Dispersion, Mono-and Di-Glycerides, Pharmaceutical Ink, Polysorbate 80, Sugar Spheres, Talc, Triethyl Citrate. Questions or comments? Call Toll-free weekdays 9AM to 5PM EST at 1-888-721-7115 Contact Glenmark Therapeutics Inc., USA or www.glenmarkpharma-us.com; or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch Made in India Additional Information KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Do Not Use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" or Blue band around the center of each capsule is broken or missing. Tips for Managing Heartburn Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables. Eat slowly and do not eat big meals. Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime. Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating. Raise the head of your bed. Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach. If you are overweight, lose weight. If you smoke, quit smoking. Marketed for: Glenmark Therapeutics Inc., USA Mahwah, NJ 07430 Made in India

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
LITTLE PHARMA, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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YYBA CORP FDA OTC

Use treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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OHM LABORATORIES INC. FDA OTC

Use • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
INNOVUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM

Use treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
HARRIS TEETER FDA OTC

Use • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
VALU MERCHANDISERS COMPANY FDA OTC

Use • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
BRYANT RANCH PREPACK FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.12 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is practically insoluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono and di glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide, and triethyl citrate. In addition, the empty hard gelatin capsule shells contain gelatin and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shells are imprinted with edible ink containing butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, shellac, strong ammonia solution and yellow iron oxide. Meets USP Dissolution Test 2.

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
CVS PHARMACY, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
RELIABLE 1 LABORATORIES LLC FDA OTC

Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each capsule) Esomeprazole 20 mg (Each delayed-release capsule corresponds to 22.250 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) Purpose Acid reducer Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole. Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: Skin reddening Blisters Rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn unexplained weight loss nausea or vomiting stomach pain Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if your heartburn continues or worsens you need to take this product for more than 14 days you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months you get diarrhea you develop a rash or joint pain If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Directions adults 18 years of age and older this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days may take 1 to 4 days for full effect 14-Day Course of Treatment Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning take every day for 14 days do not take more than 1 capsule a day swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition. Other Information read the directions and warnings before use keep the carton. It contains important information. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP, 20 mg: FD&C Blue 2, Gelatin, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Methacrylic Acid and Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer Dispersion, Mono-and Di-Glycerides, Pharmaceutical Ink, Polysorbate 80, Sugar Spheres, Talc, Triethyl Citrate. Questions or comments? Call toll-free weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-516-314-0666 Contact Reliable 1 Laboratories LLC or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch Made in India Additional Information KEEP CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Do Not Use if seal under bottle cap imprinted with "SEALED for YOUR PORTECTION" or Blue band around the center of each capsule is broken or missing. Tips for Managing Heartburn Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables. Eat slowly and do not eat big meals. Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime. Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating. Raise the head of your bed. Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach. If you are overweight, lose weight. If you smoke, quit smoking. Marketed by: Graviti Pharmaceuticals Inc., Wilmington, Delaware-19801, USA. Made in India

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
HEB FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
GLENMARK THERAPEUTICS INC., USA FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
A-S MEDICATION SOLUTIONS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl- 2-pyridinyl]methyl] Sulfinyl], Magnesium Salt (2:1) Trihydrate. Esomeprazole is S-enantiomer of omeprazole. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 .3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water. Slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.25 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and starch), talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, titanium dioxide and sodium lauryl sulfate. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide and potassium hydroxide. Esomeprazolemagnesiumfigure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
NCS HEALTHCARE OF KY, LLC DBA VANGARD LABS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium dihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 2 H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.12 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is practically insoluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 43.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono and di glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide, and triethyl citrate. In addition, the empty hard gelatin capsule shells contain gelatin and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shells are imprinted with edible ink containing butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, shellac, strong ammonia solution and yellow iron oxide. Meets USP Dissolution Test 2. Chemical Structure

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
THE KROGER CO. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PD-RX PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac. Figure1

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Esomeprazole ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
INNOVUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
GLENMARK THERAPEUTICS INC., USA FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
AUROHEALTH LLC FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules, USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5‑-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S- isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R-isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg × 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsule, USP contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, sodium lauryl sulfate, sugar spheres (composed of corn starch and sucrose), talc, and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: FD&C Blue 1, FD&C Red 3, ferrosoferric oxide, gelatin, potassium hydroxide, shellac, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules, USP meets USP Dissolution Test 2. structure

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl- 2-pyridinyl]methyl] Sulfinyl], Magnesium Salt (2:1) Trihydrate. Esomeprazole is S-enantiomer of omeprazole. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 .3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water. Slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.25 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and starch), talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, titanium dioxide and sodium lauryl sulfate. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide and potassium hydroxide. Esomeprazolemagnesiumfigure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac. Figure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly cream or slightly yellow colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, FD&C Blue #1, titanium dioxide, ammonia solution, black iron oxide, butyl alcohol, dehydrated alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide and shellac. Figure1

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 10 mg Delayed-release
AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in packets for a delayed-release oral suspension. Each packet of esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension contains 10 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 11.1 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion (contains copolymer based on ethyl acrylate and methacrylic acid, polysorbate 80 and sodium lauryl sulfate), mono-and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc and triethyl citrate. Each packet of esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension contains esomeprazole, in the form of same enteric-coated granules used in NEXIUM delayed-release capsules, and also inactive granules. The inactive granules are composed of the following ingredients: citric acid anhydrous, crospovidone, dextrose, ferric oxide yellow, hydroxypropyl cellulose and xanthan gum. The esomeprazole granules and inactive granules are constituted with water to form a suspension and are given by oral, nasogastric, or gastric administration. str

Esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy 3,5-dimethyl-2- pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1H-benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 4.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of entericcoatedgranules with the following inactive ingredients: FD&C Blue #1, gelatin, glyceryl monostearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, sugar spheres (which contain sucrose and corn starch), talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate, ferrosoferric oxide, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol and shellac. esomeprazole-structure

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl- 2-pyridinyl]methyl] Sulfinyl], Magnesium Salt (2:1) Trihydrate. Esomeprazole is S-enantiomer of omeprazole. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 .3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water. Slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.25 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate, USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, simethicone, sugar spheres (contains sucrose and starch), talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, titanium dioxide and sodium lauryl sulfate. The printing ink contains shellac, propylene glycol, strong ammonia solution, black iron oxide and potassium hydroxide. Esomeprazolemagnesiumfigure1

esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.17 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: Figure 1 The magnesium salt is a white or slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in methanol, insoluble in water and in n-Heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules are supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.25 mg, or 44.50 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono-and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. The imprinting ink also contains ferric oxide black, shellac, strong ammonium solution, potassium hydroxide and propylene glycol. Image

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
LEADER/ CARDINAL HEALTH 110, INC. FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 20 mg Delayed-release
SOLCO HEALTHCARE US LLC FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules for oral administration is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP are supplied in delayed-release capsules. Each esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of enteric-coated pellets with the following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, sugar spheres, talc, and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: Black iron oxide, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #3, gelatin, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac, and titanium dioxide. Meets USP dissolution test 3. structural formula

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 5 mg Delayed-release
AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied in packets for a delayed-release oral suspension. Each packet of esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension contains 5 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 5.6 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) or 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate USP) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion (contains copolymer based on ethyl acrylate and methacrylic acid, polysorbate 80 and sodium lauryl sulfate), mono-and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres (which contains liquid glucose, starch (maize) and sucrose), talc and triethyl citrate. Each packet of esomeprazole magnesium for delayed-release oral suspension contains esomeprazole, in the form of same enteric-coated granules used in NEXIUM delayed-release capsules, and also inactive granules. The inactive granules are composed of the following ingredients: citric acid anhydrous, crospovidone, dextrose, ferric oxide yellow, hydroxypropyl cellulose and xanthan gum. The esomeprazole granules and inactive granules are constituted with water to form a suspension and are given by oral, nasogastric, or gastric administration. str

Esomeprazole Magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
AMERISOURCE BERGEN FDA OTC

Uses treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

NEXIUM ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
#20 (ESOMEPRAZOLE MA...) 20 mg Delayed-release
ASTRAZENECA PHARMACEUTICALS LP FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in NEXIUM ® (esomeprazole magnesium) delayed-release capsules for oral administration and NEXIUM (esomeprazole magnesium) for delayed-release oral suspension is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate, a PPI. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S) 2 Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. NEXIUM is supplied in delayed-release capsules and in packets for a delayed-release oral suspension. Each NEXIUM delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) or 40 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of enteric-coated granules with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate 40-55, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer type C, polysorbate 80, sugar spheres, talc, and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: D&C Red #28, D&C Yellow #10, ethyl alcohol, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, gelatin, isopropyl alcohol, n-butyl alcohol, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, propylene glycol, shellac, sodium hydroxide, and titanium dioxide. Each packet of NEXIUM for delayed-release oral suspension contains esomeprazole, in the form of same enteric-coated granules used in NEXIUM delayed-release capsules, and also inactive granules: • 2.5 mg esomeprazole (equivalent to 2.8 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) • 5 mg esomeprazole (equivalent to 5.6 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) • 10 mg esomeprazole (equivalent to 11.1 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) • 20 mg esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) • 40 mg esomeprazole (equivalent to 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) The inactive granules are composed of the following ingredients: citric acid, crospovidone, dextrose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, iron oxide, and xanthan gum. The esomeprazole granules and inactive granules are constituted with water to form a suspension and are given by oral, nasogastric, or gastric administration. Structural Formula

Nexium 24HR ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
HALEON US HOLDINGS LLC FDA OTC

Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Esomeprazole magnesium ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM CAPSULES
PROFICIENT RX LP FDA Rx Only

The active ingredient in the proton pump inhibitor esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP for oral administration is bis (5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3, 5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl) methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S- isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. (Initial U.S. approval of esomeprazole magnesium: 2001). Its molecular formula is (C 34 H 36 MgN 6 O 6 S 2 . 3H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. Esomeprazole magnesium is supplied as Esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, USP. Each delayed-release capsule contains 20 mg, or 40 mg of esomeprazole (present as 22.3 mg, or 44.5 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) in the form of enteric-coated pellets with the following inactive ingredients: Colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, meglumine, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, mono & diglycerides, poloxamer, sugar spheres, talc and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells and Imprinting Ink have the following inactive ingredients: Capsule shell: gelatin, FD & C Blue 1, FD & C Red 40, titanium dioxide, sodium lauryl sulphate and Imprinting Ink: potassium hydroxide, shellac, and titanium dioxide. FDA approved dissolution test specifications differ from USP. esomeprazole-structure

Naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium NAPROXEN AND ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC. FDA Rx Only

The active ingredients of naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release tablets are naproxen, USP which is an NSAID and esomeprazole magnesium, USP which is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI). Naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release tablets are combination of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug and a PPI available as an oval, yellow, multi-layer, delayed-release tablet combining an enteric-coated naproxen core and an immediate-release esomeprazole magnesium layer surrounding the core. Each strength contains either 375 mg of naproxen, USP and 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate) or 500 mg of naproxen and 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 21.75 mg esomeprazole magnesium dihydrate) for oral administration. The inactive ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, povidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer, talc, triethy citrate, hypromellose, macrogol, sodium lauryl sulfate, magnesium oxide, polyethylene glycol, ferric oxide yellow. The imprinting ink contains shellac glaze, black iron oxide, propylene glycol, ammonium hydroxide. The chemical name for naproxen, USP is (S)-2-(6-Methoxy-naphth-2-yl) propionic acid. Naproxen, USP has the following structure: Naproxen, USP has a molecular weight of 230.26 and a molecular formula of C 14 H 14 O 3 . Naproxen, USP is an odorless, white to off-white crystalline powder. It is practically insoluble in water and soluble in ethanol and methanol. The octanol/water partition coefficient of naproxen is 3.18. The chemical name for esomeprazole is Magnesium bis [5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulphinyl]-1Hbenzimidazol-1- ide]dihydrate. Esomeprazole is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S-and R-isomers. Its molecular formula is C 34 H 36 N 6 O 6 S 2 Mg.2H 2 O with molecular weight of 749.15 as a dihydrate and 713.15 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored powder. It contains 2 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in methanol, practically insoluble in water and heptane. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium, USP is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. naproxen-structure esomeprazole-structure

Naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium NAPROXEN AND ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS INC FDA Rx Only

The active ingredients of naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release tablets are naproxen which is an NSAID and esomeprazole magnesium which is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI). Naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release tablets (naproxen and esomeprazole magnesium) is combination of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug and a PPI available as an oval, yellow, multi-layer, delayed-release tablet combining an enteric-coated naproxen core and an immediate-release esomeprazole magnesium layer surrounding the core. Each strength contains either 375 mg of naproxen and 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) or 500 mg of naproxen and 20 mg of esomeprazole (equivalent to 22.3 mg esomeprazole magnesium trihydrate) for oral administration. The inactive ingredients are colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, iron oxide yellow, magnesium oxide, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer dispersion, talc, plasacryl, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, povidone, titanium dioxide. The imprinting ink contains ammonium hydroxide, iron oxide black, propylene glycol, shellac glaze. The chemical name for naproxen is (S)-6-methoxy-α-methyl-2-naphthaleneacetic acid. Naproxen has the following structure: Naproxen has a molecular weight of 230.26 and a molecular formula of C 14 H 14 O 3 . Naproxen, USP is an odorless, white to off-white crystalline substance. It is lipid soluble, practically insoluble in water at low pH and freely soluble in water at high pH. The octanol/water partition coefficient of naproxen at pH 7.4 is 1.6 to 1.8. The chemical name for esomeprazole, USP is bis(5-methoxy-2-[(S)-[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1 H -benzimidazole-1-yl) magnesium trihydrate. Esomeprazole, USP is the S-isomer of omeprazole, which is a mixture of the S- and R- isomers. Its molecular formula is (C 17 H 18 N 3 O 3 S)2Mg x 3 H 2 O with molecular weight of 767.2 as a trihydrate and 713.1 on an anhydrous basis. The structural formula is: The magnesium salt is a white to slightly colored crystalline powder. It contains 3 moles of water of solvation and is slightly soluble in water. The stability of esomeprazole magnesium is a function of pH; it rapidly degrades in acidic media, but it has acceptable stability under alkaline conditions. At pH 6.8 (buffer), the half-life of the magnesium salt is about 19 hours at 25°C and about 8 hours at 37°C. structure1 structure2

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