Ahmedabad-based Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited recently announced the launch of Esomeprazole tablets for the treatment of Hyperacidity & Drug Induced Gastritis under the brand name Esiloc™.

In an endeavor to improve the treatment options available for hyperacidity & drug induced Gastritis, Esiloc™ will be 50% more economical, thus making it a superior yet affordable choice. Esiloc™ will be made available in 20 mg and 40 mg tablets.

Esomeprazole which is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), acts on the luminal surface of gastric parietal cells, resulting in inhibition of acid secretion. Esomeprazole provides higher rates of healing of erosive GERD and sustained resolution of heartburn in patients.

Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GERD) is reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. Heartburn is a very common symptom of GERD. GERD is often overseen and if untreated, can lead to conditions like peptic ulcer, chest pain, esophagus cancer & other fatal conditions.