omeprazole
omeprazole is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: omeprazole; Generic name: OMEPRAZOLE; Drug class: Proton Pump Inhibitor [EPC].
| Brand name | omeprazole |
|---|---|
| Generic name | OMEPRAZOLE |
| Drug class | Proton Pump Inhibitor [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Kroger Company |
| Used for | Use • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect |
| Dosage | Directions • for adults 18 years of age and older • this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days • it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours 14-Day Course of Treatment • swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning • take every day for 14 days • do not take more than 1 tablet a day • do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor • swallow whole. Do not chew or crus |
| Warnings | Warnings Allergy alert: • do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole. • omeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you have: • trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools • heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness • chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each tablet) Omeprazole 20 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=015b1c8f-9d5b-4afc-a55c-1a731b5fc72a |