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Omezole is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Secondary and off-label uses of Omezole have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omezole. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Omezole as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Omezole normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Omezole has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Omezole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omezole related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Omezole are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Omezole with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omezole, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omezole 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 Omezole is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omezole safe for pregnant women?
Omezole rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Omezole safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Omezole. Immediately discontinue Omezole if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Omezole on the Kidneys?
Omezole has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omezole on the Liver?
Side effects of Omezole rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Omezole on the Heart?
Omezole is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omezole 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 Omezole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omezole habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omezole has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Omezole as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Omezole should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omezole is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omezole
It is safe to take Omezole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omezole
Taking Omezole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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
