Description

OMEPRAZOLE belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor (PPIs), which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcer, and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to pancreatic tumour).

OMEPRAZOLE contains omeprazole, which helps reduce stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase or gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the stomach wall cells and is responsible for releasing gastric acid secretion. OMEPRAZOLE prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

OMEPRAZOLE is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. An adult taking OMEPRAZOLE might have common side effects like stomach pain, gas formation (flatulence), nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headache. Respiratory system problems can be reported in some children (more than 1 year) using OMEPRAZOLE. These side effects are temporary and may get resolved after some time; however, if this side persists, contact the doctor.

OMEPRAZOLE should not be given to the patient suffering from Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. OMEPRAZOLE is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, are allergic to OMEPRAZOLE, or will have an endoscopy in the future. Ask your doctor if you should stop taking OMEPRAZOLE a few weeks before your endoscopy as it may hide some of the problems that would be spotted during an endoscopy. Prolonged use of OMEPRAZOLE may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine due to loss of magnesium. Avoid using OMEPRAZOLE with St John’s Wort (plant-based antidepressant), rifampin (antibiotic) and methotrexate (anti-cancer and anti-arthritis medicine) due to the severe drug interaction.

Uses of OMEPRAZOLE

Stomach ulcers, Acid reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease – GERD), Hyperacidity, Zollinger Ellison syndrome

Medicinal Benefits

OMEPRAZOLE is effective at healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of food pipe), relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, stomach ulcers. OMEPRAZOLE works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid). It can be prescribed to all age groups, including special populations like the elderly, pregnant mothers, and kidney and liver disease patients. Usually, no dosage adjustment is required for these groups. It should not be given to children less than one year of age as no clinical studies have been done.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Oral Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take OMEPRAZOLE in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack. Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of OMEPRAZOLE

• Stomach pain
• Gas formation (flatulence)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Headache