Omed(Paj) 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omed(Paj) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omed(Paj) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Omed(Paj).
Is the use of Omed(Paj) safe during breastfeeding?
Omed(Paj) 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.
What is the effect of Omed(Paj) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Omed(Paj) on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Omed(Paj) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Omed(Paj) on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Omed(Paj) on the Heart?
Omed(Paj) may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Omed(Paj) 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 Omed(Paj) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omed(Paj) habit forming or addictive?
Omed(Paj) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omed(Paj), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Omed(Paj) can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omed(Paj) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Omed(Paj) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omed(Paj)
It is safe to take Omed(Paj) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omed(Paj)
Taking alcohol with Omed(Paj) can be dangerous.
Omed(Paj) is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.
Yes, Omed(Paj) can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, Omed(Paj) causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Omed(Paj) 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.
Discontinuation of Omed(Paj) on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
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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
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