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Omex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Omex 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 Omex. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Omex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Omex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omex is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Omex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omex related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Omex are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Omex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Omex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Omex 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 Omex is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omex safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Omex has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Omex safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Omex. If you see any side effects, stop taking Omex immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Omex again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Omex on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Omex on the Liver?
Omex is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Omex on the Heart?
Omex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omex 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 Omex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omex habit forming or addictive?
Omex does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Omex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omex is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omex
It is safe to take Omex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omex
Consuming Omex with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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