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Omlink is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Omlink also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Omlink depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Omlink have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Omlink are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omlink is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Omlink related warnings talks about Omlink's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Omlink have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Omlink have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Omlink is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Omlink 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 Omlink is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omlink safe for pregnant women?
Omlink has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Omlink safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Omlink. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Omlink on the Kidneys?
Omlink has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omlink on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Omlink on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Omlink on the Heart?
Omlink is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omlink 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 Omlink unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omlink habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omlink has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omlink you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Omlink should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Omlink for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omlink
Taking Omlink with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omlink
Consumption of alcohol and Omlink together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Omlink 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.
Discontinuation of Omlink 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.
Yes, you can take Omlink with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Omlink 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, Omlink can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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
