Omeprazole

Uses of Omeprazole

Established uses

• 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

How to take Omeprazole

Directions • 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 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 capsule a day • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor • swallow whole. Do not chew or crush capsules. 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.

Dosage

Follow the dose prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The ranges below are general information, not a personal prescription.

Adults

Directions • 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 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 capsule a day • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor • swallow whole. Do not chew or crush capsules. 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

Warnings and who should not take it

Warnings and precautions

• Warnings 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;

Frequently asked questions