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Omefiz Benefits & Uses

Omefiz 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

Omefiz 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

Omefiz Related Warnings

Is the use of Omefiz safe for pregnant women?

Omefiz has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Omefiz safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Omefiz. If you see any side effects, stop taking Omefiz immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Omefiz again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Omefiz on the Kidneys?

Omefiz rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omefiz on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Omefiz on the Heart?

Omefiz is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Omefiz with Other Drugs

Omefiz 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

Omefiz Contraindications

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

Is this Omefiz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Omefiz has not been reported.

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

After taking Omefiz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Omefiz should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Omefiz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Omefiz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omefiz

Taking Omefiz with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omefiz

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Omefiz

Question over 5 years ago

Why Omefiz is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Omefiz 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 about 5 years ago

Does Omefiz cause dizziness?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Omefiz causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Omefiz safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omefiz is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Omefiz with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Omefiz 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 about 6 years ago

What is Omefiz?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Omefiz 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.