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Omecip is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Omecip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omecip. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Omecip have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Omecip normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Omecip's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Omecip has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omecip related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omecip contraindications section.
Additionally, Omecip may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Omecip, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omecip is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Omecip safe for pregnant women?
Omecip rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Omecip safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Omecip. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Omecip on the Kidneys?
Omecip has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omecip on the Liver?
Omecip is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Omecip on the Heart?
Omecip is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omecip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omecip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omecip habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omecip has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Omecip as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Omecip only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omecip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Omecip
Taking Omecip with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omecip
Taking alcohol with Omecip can be dangerous.
Rarely Omecip causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen. Do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Yes, you can take Omecip with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Omecip can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Omecip with a certain antibiotic can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, you can take Omecip with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Omecip works by blocking the action of proton pump inhibitor which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the production of acid in the stomach it helps to relieve from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problems.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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