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Ome Benefits & Uses

Ome is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
GERD

Other Benefits

Ome Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ome Related Warnings

Is the use of Ome safe for pregnant women?

Ome rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Ome safe during breastfeeding?

Ome can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ome on the Kidneys?

Ome rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ome on the Liver?

Ome has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ome on the Heart?

Ome is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ome with Other Drugs

Ome should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Methotrexate

Caffeine

Ampicillin

Moderate

Citalopram

Codeine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Atropine

Ome Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ome unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Bartter's Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Gastric Cancer
Magnesium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Ome

Is this Ome habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ome.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ome, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ome can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ome should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ome is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ome Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ome

It is safe to take Ome with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ome

Consuming Ome with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ome

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ome cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ome can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ome good for gastritis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Ome is used in the treatment of gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Ome?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Ome is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Ome is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Ome can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ome works?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Ome works by blocking the action of proton pump inhibitor which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the production of acid in the stomach it helps to relieve from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problems.