Ometab 20mg Tablet DR
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Ometab 20mg Tablet DR
Omeprazole (20mg)
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Active composition
Omeprazole 20 mg
How It Works
Omeprazole irreversibly inhibits the H+/K+ ATPase enzyme in gastric parietal cells, leading to decreased gastric acid secretion.
Medicine Strength
20 mg
Uses & Benefits
Medical applications
PainHeadacheInfectionFlu
Ometab 20mg Tablet DR contains Omeprazole 20mg, a proton pump inhibitor indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and other conditions involving excessive gastric acid secretion. Omeprazole acts by irreversibly inhibiting the H+/K+ ATPase enzyme system located on the gastric parietal cells, thereby suppressing gastric acid production and promoting ulcer healing.
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The delayed-release formulation ensures that the active ingredient is protected from degradation by gastric acid, allowing for optimal absorption in the intestine. Ometab 20mg is typically administered once daily before meals, with the dosage and duration tailored according to the specific condition and patient response. Common adverse effects may include headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and flatulence, though the medication is generally well tolerated.
Caution is advised in patients with hepatic impairment, and long-term use should be monitored due to potential risks such as vitamin B12 deficiency, hypomagnesemia, and increased susceptibility to gastrointestinal infections. Ometab 20mg should be used under medical supervision, with adherence to prescribed dosage and duration to ensure efficacy and minimize adverse effects. It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Omeprazole or other proton pump inhibitors.
Dosage & How to Use
Timoprazole Derivative
Safety Advice
Important precautions
Side effects
Side-effect information is not available for this medicine. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
Ometab 20mg Tablet DR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
High Risk
Pregnancy
Ometab 20mg Tablet DR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Medical Advice
Driving
Ometab 20mg Tablet DR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ometab 20mg Tablet DR is recommended.
Exercise Caution
Breastfeeding
It is not known whether Ometab 20mg Tablet DR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
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Kidney
Ometab 20mg Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ometab 20mg Tablet DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. A lower dose may be advised in patients with liver disease and who have to take this medicine for a long time.
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