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Ocid

  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Omeprazole (20 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Ocid

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Omeprazole (20 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

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Ocid Information

Ocid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Other than this, Ocid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Ocid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ocid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ocid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Ocid's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Ocid related warnings talks about Ocid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Ocid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Ocid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Ocid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

  1. Ocid Benefits & Uses
  2. Ocid Dosage & How to Take
  3. Ocid Side Effects
  4. Ocid Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Ocid with Other Drugs
  6. Ocid Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Ocid
  8. Ocid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ocid Benefits & Uses

Ocid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ocid Dosage & How to Take

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

Ocid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ocid is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Ocid Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ocid safe for pregnant women?


    Ocid has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild

  • Is the use of Ocid safe during breastfeeding?


    Ocid can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Ocid on the Kidneys?


    Ocid rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Ocid on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Ocid on the liver have been reported.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Ocid on the Heart?


    Side effects of Ocid rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Ocid with Other Drugs

Ocid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

AtazanavirMethotrexateCaffeineAmpicillin

Moderate

CitalopramCodeineAmphetamineAtropine

Ocid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ocid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Kidney Disease
  • Liver Disease
  • Heart Disease
  • Bartter's Syndrome
  • Cushing's Syndrome
  • Gastric Cancer
  • Magnesium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Ocid

  • Is this Ocid habit forming or addictive?


    Ocid does not cause addiction.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Ocid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Ocid only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Ocid is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Ocid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ocid


    It is safe to take Ocid with food.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ocid


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ocid as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ocid

Question about 3 years ago

Is Ocid safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ocid is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.

Question over 3 years ago

How to use Ocid?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician

Ocid should be taken 30 - 60 minute before meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some people may require to take it twice in a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before meal. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction. 

Question over 2 years ago

Why Ocid is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician

This is because a long-term use of Ocid can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question over 2 years ago

Does Ocid cause bloating?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Ocid causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.

Question almost 3 years ago

Does Ocid cause dementia?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Ocid causes dementia. However, if you experience dementia after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 651-653

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 945-947

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