COMPOSITION:
Each capsule contains:
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Omeprazole |
I.P. |
20 mg |
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(as enteric-coated pellets) |
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|
COMPOSITION:
Omeprazole-20 contains an enteric coated granule formulation of Omeprazole. Omeprazole is a substituted benzimidazole derivative.
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
Omeprazole is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) that suppresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the H+/K+-ATPase in the gastric parietal cell. By acting specifically on the proton pump, omeprazole blocks the final step in acid production, thus reducing gastric acidity.
INDICATIONS:
Indicated for hyperacidity and GERD (gastro-oesophagal Reflux Disease).
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to substituted benzimidazoles or to any component of the formulation.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Elimination of escitalopram and warfarin may increase if they are used concomitantly with omeprazole. Omeprazole has the potential to partly inhibit the metabolism of drugs metabolised to a great extent by the cytochrome P450 enzyme (phenytoin, diazepam)
SIDE EFFECTS:
Ometorque 20 is well tolerated. Nausea, headache, diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, flatulence have been reported occasionally.
ADR: Proton pump inhibitors can cause acute Kidney injury as an adverse drug reactions.
DOSAGE:
As prescribed by the physician.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
- Omeprazole capsules should preferably be taken in the morning before food.
- Omeprazole capsules should be swallowed whole and not opened, chewed or crushed.
STORAGE:
Store below 25℃. Protect from moisture and light.
PRESENTATION: 20x15 capsules in a cardboard carton
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