Omekan 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.
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Is the use of Omekan safe for pregnant women?
Omekan has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Omekan safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Omekan. If you see any side effects, stop taking Omekan immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Omekan again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omekan on the Kidneys?
Omekan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omekan on the Liver?
Omekan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Omekan on the Heart?
Side effects of Omekan rarely affect the heart.
Omekan 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 Omekan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omekan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omekan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omekan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Omekan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Omekan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Omekan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omekan
It is safe to take Omekan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omekan
Consuming Omekan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Rarely Omekan causes dementia. However, if you experience dementia after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Omekan is used in the treatment of gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Omekan 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, Omekan 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.
This is because a long-term use of Omekan 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)
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