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Omepren is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Other than this, Omepren has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Omepren depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Omepren can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Omepren go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omepren is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Omepren's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omepren contraindications section.
Besides this, Omepren may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Omepren is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Omepren 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 Omepren is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omepren safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Omepren.
Is the use of Omepren safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Omepren. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Omepren on the Kidneys?
Omepren has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omepren on the Liver?
Omepren is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Omepren on the Heart?
Side effects of Omepren rarely affect the heart.
Omepren 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 Omepren unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omepren habit forming or addictive?
Omepren is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Omepren can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Omepren only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Omepren in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Omepren
Taking Omepren with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omepren
Consuming Omepren with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
