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- $Title{omeprazole}
- $Subject{Prilosec MSD Gastric acid secretion inhibitor omeprazole peptic ulcer
- disease gastroesophageal reflux hypersecretory syndromes acid stomach}
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- Prilosec*0325901.scf}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- omeprazole
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-
- BRAND NAME (Manufacturer)
-
- Prilosec (MSD)
-
- TYPE OF DRUG
-
- Gastric acid secretion inhibitor
-
- INGREDIENT
-
- omeprazole
-
- DOSAGE FORM
-
- Delayed-release capsules (20 mg)
-
- STORAGE
-
- Omeprazole should be stored at room temperature in a tightly closed
- container.
-
- USES
-
- Omeprazole is prescribed to treat peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal
- reflux, and hypersecretory syndromes. This drug suppresses the secretion of
- acid in the stomach.
-
- TREATMENT
-
- Omeprazole capsules should not be opened, chewed, or crushed. They
- should be taken with a glass of water on an empty stomach. It is best to take
- the dose one hour before meals or two hours after meals.
- Try to take the medication at the same time(s) each day. If you miss a
- dose of the medication, take the missed dose as soon as possible, then return
- to your regular dosing schedule. If it is almost time for the next dose,
- however, skip the one you missed and return to your regular schedule. Do not
- double the next dose (unless your doctor directs you to do so) of the
- medication.
- It is important that you take this medication for as long as prescribed
- by your doctor.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
-
- Minor.
-
- Abdominal pain, burning sensation in mouth, constipation, diarrhea,
- dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, or palpitations.
- To relieve constipation while you are being treated with this medication,
- exercise and drink more water, unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise.
- To avoid dizziness when you stand, contract and relax the muscles of your
- legs for a few moments before rising. Do this by pushing one foot against the
- floor while raising the other foot slightly, alternating feet so that you are
- "pumping" your legs in a pedaling motion.
- To relieve dry mouth, chew sugarless gum or suck on ice chips or a piece
- of hard candy.
-
- Major.
-
- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- itching, numbness or tingling of fingers or toes, rash, or yellowing of the
- eyes and skin.
-
- INTERACTIONS
-
- Omeprazole may increase the effects of diazepam, warfarin, and phenytoin.
- Be sure to tell your doctor about any medications you are currently
- taking, especially any of the ones listed above.
-
- WARNINGS
-
- * Be sure to tell your doctor about unusual reactions you have had to any
- drugs, especially to omeprazole.
- * Tell your doctor if you have ever had thyroid disease, liver disease,
- Addison's disease, or Cushing's disease.
- * This medication may cause dizziness and light-headedness, so use
- caution while driving a car or operating potentially dangerous equipment.
- * Long-term and high-dose treatment with omeprazole has been associated
- with higher incidences of gastric tumors. Consult your doctor if you need to
- take high doses of omeprazole for a long time.
- * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Adequate human
- studies have not been conducted with omeprazole. Also, be sure to tell your
- doctor if you are breast-feeding an infant.
-
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-
- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
-