Omee 20mg Strip Of 20 Capsules
Omee 20 MG Description
Omee capsule is a medication used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestines, heartburn, and chest pain caused by acid reflux disease. It is also helpful in managing Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The active ingredient in Omee capsule is omeprazole, which belongs to a class of medicines known as Proton pump inhibitors. These medicines reduce the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Do not self-medicate. A few other capsules containing omeprazole are the Omez 20 capsule, Ocid 20mg capsule, Nogacid 20mg capsule, Oskar 20mg capsule, and Omecip 20mg capsule.
Take this medicine as prescribed and for the duration it is prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹45.00 |
You Save | ₹19.29 (30% on MRP) |
Contains | Omeprazole(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | Acidity, heartburn, stomach ulcers |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTACID |
Uses of Omee 20 MG
- Omee capsules are used to treat heartburn and chest pain caused by stomach acid reflux disease, also known as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), in which acidic content from the stomach rises to the food pipe and mouth....
- It is also used for the treatment of ulcers of the stomach, and intestine (peptic ulcer disease) and inflammation and erosion of food pipes due to stomach acid.
- This capsule is also helpful in managing a condition of increased gastric acid production induced by a tumour of the intestine or pancreas, also known as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Contraindications of Omee 20 MG
- If you are allergic to omeprazole or any other ingredients of Omee capsule.
- If you have an allergic reaction to any medicines that are proton pump inhibitors (PPI), such as Esomeprazole, Pantoprazole, Rabeprazole and Lansoprazole.
- If you are taking nelfinavir, used to treat HIV infection.
Side effects of Omee 20 MG
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings of Omee 20 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any problems with your liver.
- You are experiencing frequent diarrhoea.
- You have abnormal weight loss.
- You have a family history of stomach cancer.
- You vomit food or blood, or you are passing black stools.
- You have a skin reaction after taking a similar medicine.
- You have stomach pain, indigestion and problems in swallowing.
- You are expected to take Omee capsule longer as several risks are associated with it.
Directions for Use of Omee 20 MG
- Omee capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It should be taken without food preferably in the morning.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of Omee 20 MG
- Store Omee capsules in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Quick Tips of Omee 20 MG
- It is recommended to use this medicine as prescribed. However, anti-reflux medicines should preferably be taken in the morning on an empty stomach or with food for optimum effectiveness.
- You can make certain lifestyle modifications like preventing excess intake of foods that cause acidity, like carbonated drinks and oily/fried food, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight.
- It is also advised to limit alcohol intake and quit smoking for better treatment of your acidity.
- It is advised to reduce stress and get good sleep each night.
- Inform your doctor if you have been using this medicine continuously to treat acidity for more than four weeks or if the symptoms are persistent even after taking the medicine.
- This medicine can hamper the actions of other medicines taken at the same time. Inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines.
- Consult your doctor if you experience effects like nausea, fullness, and bloating, especially after food intake, even after taking this medicine.
Dosage of Omee 20 MG
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Mode of Action of Omee 20 MG
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Interactions of Omee 20 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Omee capsules may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule....
- Concomitant use of Omee capsule with Nelfinavir and Atazanavir used to treat HIV infection is not allowed.
- Concomitant use along with antifungals such as Posaconazole and anticancer medicine like Erlotinib should be avoided.
- There can be increased chances of getting side effects if you are taking a medicine containing Digoxin used to treat heart failure along with Omee capsule, especially in elderly patients.
- Other medicines, such as Clopidogrel, Ciclostazol, Phenytoin, Saquinavir, Tacrolimus, Methotrexate, Rifampicin, Clarithromycin, and Voriconazole, should be used cautiously.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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References
- Omeprazole 40mg Capsules - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 18 August 2022]
- Omeprazole 40mg Capsules [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 18 August 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 18 August 2022]
- Shah N, Gossman W. Omeprazole. [Updated 2023 Feb 7]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan
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