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Omecip Benefits & Uses

Omecip 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

Omecip 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

Omecip Related Warnings

Is the use of Omecip safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Omecip has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Omecip safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Omecip. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Omecip on the Kidneys?

Omecip rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omecip on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Omecip on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Omecip on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Omecip on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Omecip with Other Drugs

Omecip 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

Omecip Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omecip 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 Omecip

Is this Omecip habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Omecip has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Omecip can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Omecip should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Omecip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Omecip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omecip

Taking Omecip with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omecip

Taking Omecip with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Omecip

Question about 5 years ago

Does Omecip cause stomach cancer?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely Omecip causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen. Do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Omecip with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Omecip with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Omecip with antibiotic?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omecip can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Omecip with a certain antibiotic can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Omecip with paracetamol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, you can take Omecip with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Omecip works?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Omecip 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.