Manufacturer: Ampus Life Sciences Ltd
Salt Composition : Omeprazole(20mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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Omlin 20 MG Capsule is prescribed as the short-term (4-8 weeks) treatment of severe erosive esophagitis (grade 2 or above), diagnosed by endoscopy and short-term treatment of symptomatic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) poorly responsive to customary medical treatment.
Also, it is given in the treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD; pathological hypersecretory conditions; peptic ulcer disease; gastric ulcer therapy; maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis.
This medicine is approved for combination use in the eradication of H. pylori in patients with active duodenal ulcer. The most common side effects associated with Omlin 20 MG Capsule include diarrhea, gas, vomiting, headache, nausea and stomach aches.
Although rare, certain severe adverse reactions are increased possibility of bone fractures, decreased magnesium levels inside the body, seizures, irregular heart-beats, jitteriness, muscle spasms and weakness, feet/hand spasms, voice box spasms, etc.
The likelihood of these severe side effects goes up if you take this medicine for over a period of 3 months. Also, prolonged intake of this medication (usually over a period of three years) can result in your body’s decreased ability to absorb Vitamin B12.
Other possible (albeit rare) side effects include diarrhea, inflammation of the intestine and the stomach lining, damage to the kidneys, allergic reactions, weight loss, and fever.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
This medicine belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitor drug and binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
In contrast to the long duration of antisecretory action, omeprazole is rapidly eliminated from plasma. The half-life is less than 1 hour, and omeprazole is almost entirely cleared from plasma within 3-4 hours. Omeprazole is completely metabolized in the liver.
Abdominal Pain
Fever
Joint Pain
Sore Throat
Loss Of Appetite
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Difficulty In Breathing
Dizziness
Muscle Pain
Drowsiness
Rash
Back Pain
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
Omeprazole is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the drug or any excipients from the dosage form. Hypersensitivity reactions like anaphylactic shock, angioedema, interstitial nephritis, anaphylaxis, urticaria, and bronchospasm may occur.
This medicine can be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Caution must be taken. Avoid consuming alcohol along with this medicine.
This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.
Omeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor used to manage and treat several conditions, including uncomplicated heartburn, peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, multiple endocrine adenomas, systemic mastocytosis, erosive esophagitis, gastric ulcers, and helicobacter pylori .
Drug-Drug Interactions: OMEPRAZOLE may interact with a blood thinner (clopidogrel, warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole), anti-HIV drug (atazanavir, nelfinavir), iron supplements, antibiotic (ampicillin, rifampicin), heart medicine (digoxin) and anti-cancer drug (methotrexate). Let your doctor know if you are taking these medicines.
Drug-Food Interactions: OMEPRAZOLE interact with St John's wort plant that is used as an anti-depressant. This plant may affect the working of OMEPRAZOLE. So avoid its intake with OMEPRAZOLE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: OMEPRAZOLE should be not given in patients with C. difficile induced colitis, liver disease, bone fractures, low Vitamin B12 (anaemia), low magnesium (hypomagnesemia).
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
CLOPIDOGREL
WARFARIN
KETOCONAZOLE
VORICONAZOLE
ITRACONAZOLE
POSACONAZOLE
ATAZANAVIR
NELFINAVIR
AMPICILLIN
RIFAMPICIN
DIGOXIN
METHOTREXATE
Store below 30°C
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Omlin 20 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of GERD (a condition where stomach acid and contents flow back and irritate the food pipe).
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Omlin 20 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a condition where the tumor in the upper part of the small intestine will produce the excess amount of acid in the stomach.)
Duodenal Ulcer
Omlin 20 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of Duodenal ulcer (a condition with open sores on the lining of the small intestine).
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Omlin 20 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of H.Pylori infection which is a most common cause of peptic ulcer caused by bacteria called Helicobacter pylori.
Erosive Esophagitis
Omlin 20 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of Erosive Esophagitis which is an inflammation of the food pipe (Esophagus).
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
Ques : What is Omlin 20 MG Capsule?
Ans : It is an oral capsule used to reduce the amount of acid in your stomach. It’s used to treat gastric or duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, hypersecretory conditions, and infections caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
