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Omeprazole (o-MEP-ra-zole ) is used to treat certain conditions in which there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition in which the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus. Sometimes Omeprazole is used in combination with antibiotics to treat ulcers associated with infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria (germ). Omeprazole is also used to treat Zollinger-Ellison disease, a condition in which the stomach produces too much acid. Omeprazole is also used to treat dyspepsia, a condition that causes sour stomach, belching, heart burn, or indigestion. In addition, Omeprazole is used to prevent upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding in seriously ill patients. Omeprazole works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Omeprazole is available only with your doctor's prescription. Oral Delayed-release capsules (U.S.) Powder for oral suspension (U.S.) Delayed-release tablets (Canada)
Omeprazole is used to treat ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the food pipe (esophagus); and conditions where the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Omeprazole is used in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pylori Omeprazole comes as a delayed-release (long-acting) capsule. It is usually taken once a day before a meal. When taken in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pyloriSwallow the capsules whole; do not chew or crush them. If you have difficulty swallowing capsules, you may add the contents of an Omeprazole capsule to applesauce. Place one tablespoon of applesauce in an empty bowl. Open the capsule and carefully empty all the pellets inside the capsule onto the applesauce. Mix the pellets with the applesauce and swallow immediately with a glass of cool water. The applesauce should not be hot and should be soft enough to be swallowed without chewing. Do not chew or crush the pellets. Do not store the applesauce/pellet mixture for future use. Continue to take Omeprazole even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Omeprazole without talking to your doctor. Brand names: - Losec - Omeprazole - Prilosec - Zegerid |