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HomeOmeprazole Pronunciation: oh-MEP-ra-zolGeneric name: omeprazoleBrand names: FIRST Omeprazole, Omeprazole + SyrSpend SF Alka, PriLOSEC, PriLOSEC OTC, Zegerid (Original Formulation)Dosage forms: oral delayed release capsule (10 mg; 20 mg; 40 mg), oral delayed release tablet (20 mg), ... show all 4 dosage formsDrug class: Proton pump inhibitors UsesWarningsBefore takingDosageSide effectsInteractionsFAQ What is omeprazole?Omeprazole is used to treat excess stomach acid in conditions such as non cancerous stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), active duodenal ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and erosive esophagitis. Omeprazole works by blocking gastric acid production and is from the group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors.Omeprazole may also be given together with antibiotics to treat gastric ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).Over-the-counter (OTC) omeprazole is used in adults to help control heartburn that occurs 2 or more days per week. The OTC brand must be taken as a course on a regular basis for 14 days in a row.WarningsOmeprazole can cause kidney problems. Tell your doctor if you are urinating less than usual, or if you have blood in your urine.Diarrhea may be a sign of a new infection. Call your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it.Omeprazole is not to used for the immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.Omeprazole may cause new or worsening symptoms of lupus. Tell your doctor if you have joint pain and a skin rash on your cheeks or arms that worsens in sunlight.You may be more likely to have a broken bone while taking this medicine long term or more than once per day.Before taking this medicineHeartburn can mimic early symptoms of a heart attack. Get emergency medical help if you have chest pain that spreads to your jaw or shoulder and you feel sweaty or light-headed.You should not use omeprazole if you are allergic to it, or if:you are also allergic to medicines like omeprazole, such as esomeprazole, lansoprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole, Nexium, Prevacid, Protonix, and others;you had breathing problems, kidney problems, or a severe allergic reaction after taking omeprazole in the past; oryou also take HIV medication that contains rilpivirine (such as Complera, Edurant, Odefsey, Juluca).Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:trouble or pain with swallowing;bloody or black stools, vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds;heartburn that has lasted for over 3 months;frequent chest pain, heartburn with wheezing;unexplained weight loss;nausea or vomiting, stomach pain;liver disease;low
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