Makzo (Esomeprazole 20mg)

Makzo (Esomeprazole 20 mg) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to reduce stomach acid production. It is commonly prescribed to treat various acid-related gastrointestinal conditions.

✅ Uses of Makzo (Esomeprazole 20 mg)

🔥 1. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

• Relieves heartburn, acid regurgitation, and indigestion.

• Promotes healing of esophagitis (inflammation of the food pipe due to acid).

🩹 2. Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers

• Helps in the treatment and prevention of ulcers, especially those caused by NSAIDs or H. pylori infection (when used in combination with antibiotics).

🩺 3. Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

• Used in the management of this rare condition where the stomach produces too much acid.

💊 4. Prevention of Ulcers in Long-Term NSAID Users

• Prescribed to protect the stomach lining in patients on long-term painkillers like ibuprofen or diclofenac.

🔍 How It Works

• Esomeprazole blocks the H+/K+ ATPase enzyme in stomach lining cells, reducing acid secretion.