Omeprazole Drug Information

    Generic name: OMEPRAZOLE

    Proton Pump Inhibitor [EPC]

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    Uses of Omeprazole

    • Use
    • 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

    Dosage & Administration of Omeprazole

    • 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 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.

    Side Effects of Omeprazole

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • :
    • 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

    Warnings & Cautions for Omeprazole

    • 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. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
    • Frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
    • Unexplained weight loss
    • Nausea or vomiting
    • Stomach pain Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if:
    • 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 If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

    Drug Interactions with Omeprazole

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.

    Pregnancy Safety for Omeprazole

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

    Contraindications for Omeprazole

    • 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.

    Overdosage Information for Omeprazole

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

    Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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