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Kesprazole Capsules

NAFDAC Reg. No. B4-8160 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 28 October 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Kesprazole Capsules
NAFDAC number
B4-8160
Active ingredient
Omeprazole
Strength
20 mg
Form
Prolonged-release capsule
Pack size
2 x 7's, 1 x 14's (in Alu-Alu strip)
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Kessington Pharma Ltd
Approved
28 Mar 2023
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
27 Mar 2028
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

What we found

  • Kesprazole Capsules is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (B4-8160). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. This is not medical advice. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

How to use Kesprazole Capsules

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

• 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

How to take it and how often
  • Adults 18 years of age and older • this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days • it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 tablet a day • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor • swallow whole
  • Do not chew or crush tablets Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed) • 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
  • Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition
Talk to a doctor first if
  • 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
Warnings

Allergy alert: • do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole. • omeprazole 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. …

Possible side effects

• 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

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

• read the directions and warnings before use • keep the carton. It contains important information. • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) and protect from moisture Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-12-08.

Label for omeprazole, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

Check your pack of Kesprazole Capsules

Add the expiry date on your pack for a full Trust Score.

3 free checks left today Official sources: NAFDAC · WHO · U.S. FDA · Health Canada · NLM

About Kesprazole Capsules

What is in Kesprazole Capsules?

Kesprazole Capsules contains Omeprazole (20 mg), as prolonged-release capsule, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Kesprazole Capsules registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Kesprazole Capsules is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number B4-8160, and its registration is active as of 28 October 2026.

Has Kesprazole Capsules been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Kesprazole Capsules in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Kesprazole Capsules is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number B4-8160, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

How do I take Kesprazole Capsules?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: • for adults 18 years of age and older • this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days • it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 tablet…

What is Kesprazole Capsules used for?

• 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 (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for omeprazole. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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