Omekan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Omekan Benefits & Uses

Omekan 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

Omekan 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

Omekan Related Warnings

Is the use of Omekan safe for pregnant women?

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

Mild
Is the use of Omekan safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Omekan on the Kidneys?

Omekan rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omekan on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Omekan on the Heart?

Side effects of Omekan rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Omekan with Other Drugs

Omekan 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

Omekan Contraindications

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

Is this Omekan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Omekan.

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 Omekan can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Omekan should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Omekan for mental disorders.

No

Omekan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omekan

You can take Omekan with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omekan

Taking alcohol with Omekan can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Omekan

Question over 5 years ago

Does Omekan cause dementia?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Omekan causes dementia. However, if you experience dementia after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Omekan good for gastritis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Omekan 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Omekan?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Omekan 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

Can I take Omekan with ibuprofen?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omekan can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor right away without further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Why Omekan is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Omekan 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.