Omeprazole is used to treat conditions in which excessive amounts of acid are secreted in the stomach. It inhibits the action of certain enzymes responsible for acid secretion, thereby preventing acid production.
Uses of the drug Omeprazole
This includes the following:
- Heartburn.
- Acute gastritis.
- Duodenitis.
- Esophagitis.
- Peptic ulcer.
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
- Part of the combined treatment for eradicating Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
Instructions for taking the medication Omeprazole
Method of administration:
- Capsules.
- Tablets.
- Suspension solution.
- powder
Number of doses:
Once a day.
Dosage:
The dosage ranges between 20-40 milligrams per day.
Start of the event:
Within 30-210 minutes.
Duration of effectiveness
24 hours.
feeding:
There are no specific restrictions.
Storage and preservation:
It should be stored in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and out of reach of children.
Forgotting a dose:
It should be taken immediately upon remembering, but if the next dose is due within two hours, only one dose should be taken immediately and the next dose skipped. Two doses should not be taken together at the same time.
Stop taking the medication:
Stopping taking the medication without medical advice is prohibited, as the symptoms may reappear.
Overdose:
In case of a large overdose or if special symptoms appear, a doctor or emergency services should be consulted immediately.
Warnings when taking the drug Omeprazole
During pregnancy:
Consult your doctor about the possibility of taking the medication.
Risk level: (C).
Breastfeeding:
Consult your doctor about whether you can take it if you are breastfeeding.
Level of risk: Unknown.
Children and infants
It is not recommended for children.
the elderly:
No specific restrictions.
Driving:
It does not affect movement or driving.
Use of long-term treatments
The surgical procedure and anesthesia:
The doctor should be informed about taking the medication before the procedure.
