Product Composition

This is a combination drug. Each hard gelatin capsule contains:

• Esomeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate IP: Equivalent to Esomeprazole 40 mg (as enteric-coated pellets)

• Domperidone IP: 30 mg (as sustained-release pellets)

Summary

Empty™-DSR is a prescription medication combining a proton pump inhibitor (Esomeprazole) and an antiemetic/prokinetic agent (Domperidone). It is primarily used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach and intestinal ulcers, and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid production, particularly when associated with nausea or vomiting.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Highly effective: It both reduces stomach acid production and speeds up stomach emptying, providing dual relief for symptoms like heartburn, acid reflux, nausea, and fullness.

• Sustained and targeted release: The special formulation ensures Domperidone is released slowly for prolonged action, and Esomeprazole is enteric-coated to prevent degradation in the stomach and release it in the intestine for better absorption.

• Prevents relapses: Continued use as directed can prevent the recurrence of ulcers.

Cons:

• Potential side effects: Common ones include headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, and dry mouth. More serious, rare risks exist, especially with long-term use (e.g., bone fractures, kidney problems, heart rhythm issues).

• Requires prescription: This medicine is only available by a physician’s prescription and is not suitable for self-treatment.

• Drug interactions: It can interact with many other medicines. Your doctor must be informed of all other drugs you are taking.

• Warning: The red box label states it is a Schedule H Prescription Drug-Caution, and it is dangerous to take this preparation except under medical supervision.

How to Use

• Follow your doctor’s instructions exactly regarding dosage and duration of treatment.

• It is crucial to swallow the capsule whole with water. Do not chew or crush it, as this will destroy the special coating.

• The typical recommendation is to take it on an empty stomach, usually in the morning before breakfast.

Product Description

Empty™-DSR is a prescription combination medication presented in a hard gelatin capsule form. Each capsule contains enteric-coated pellets of Esomeprazole Magnesium (40 mg) to reduce acid and sustained-release pellets of Domperidone (30 mg) to manage nausea and improve stomach motility. It is indicated for the treatment of severe acidity-related conditions like GERD and ulcers. The product, marketed by Healthgate, is supplied in a carton containing 10 strips of 10 capsules each.