Omee Capsule

• 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.

• 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.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea

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.

• 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.

• Store Omee capsules in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

• 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.
• To enhance treatment, eat smaller meals more frequently and avoid caffeinated beverages, spicy foods, and fatty foods.

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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.

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