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Omeprazole

Omeprazole is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) given to relieve heartburn and other symptoms associated with the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus, a condition commonly known as acid reflux disease. It is also prescribed to heal the damage of the lining of the esophagus that acid reflux disease can cause. Omeprazole works by reducing the production of stomach acid. Omeprazole can turn off the acid production in as little as an hour.

Omeprazole is prescribed in combination with the antibiotics amoxicillin and clarithromycin, to treat the ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infections.

OMEPRAZOLE WARNING

Do not take Omeprazole if you are allergic to other PPIs.

The antibiotics prescribed in conjunction with Omeprazole for the treatment of ulcers like amoxicillin and clarithromycin have occasionally been known to cause severe side effects and life-threatening allergic reactions in some people.

Omeprazole may cause drowsiness in some people. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery unless know how it affects you.

OMEPRAZOLE SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of Omeprazole may include headache, drowsiness, diarrhea, nause, vomiting, constipation, rash, fatigue, cough and back pain.

Rare side effects may include acne, allergic reaction, anemia, black stools, blood disorders, blood in urine, burping, chest pain, chills, confusion, cramps, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, dry mouth, rigidity, ringing in the ears, runny nose, sensitivity to touch, sinus problems, sleep disorders, sleepiness, sore throat, stomach bleeding, stomach pain, stomach upset, sweating, swelling, taste changes, thirst, tremors, urinary tract infection, vertigo, vision changes, vomiting, weakness, weight changes, worsening of arthritis, worsening of asthma, and depression.

OMEPRAZOLE INTERACTION

Check with your physician before combining Omeprazole with the following:

Blood thinners like Warfarin
Diazepam
Digoxin
Iron salts
Ketoconazole
Nizoral
Valium

OMEPRAZOLE AND PREGNANCY

If you are or planning to be pregnant, check with your doctor to see if Omeprazole is right for you. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feeding while taking Omeprazole.

OMEPRAZOLE DOSES

ADULTS
The usual dosage is single 40mg capsule once a day, 1 hour before meal for the first 14 days. Afterwards 20mg/day for the days 15-28.

People with liver problems should take lower dosage.

CHILDREN
20mg a day.

OMEPRAZOLE OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Omeprazole overdose may include confusion, drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing, headache, nausea, rapid heartbeat, and sweating.

In case of an Omeprazole overdose, seek medical attention right away.

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