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Omiprex Benefits & Uses

Omiprex 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

Omiprex 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

Omiprex Related Warnings

Is the use of Omiprex safe for pregnant women?

Omiprex has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Omiprex safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Omiprex on the Kidneys?

Omiprex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omiprex on the Liver?

Omiprex has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Omiprex on the Heart?

Side effects of Omiprex rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Omiprex with Other Drugs

Omiprex 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

Omiprex Contraindications

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

Is this Omiprex habit forming or addictive?

Omiprex does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Omiprex as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Omiprex only as per medical advice.

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

No, Omiprex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Omiprex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omiprex

Taking Omiprex with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omiprex

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Omiprex

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Omiprex with paracetamol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, you can take Omiprex 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 about 5 years ago

Why Omiprex is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Omiprex 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 Omiprex cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omiprex 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

Can I take Omiprex with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Omiprex 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 5 years ago

Does Omiprex cause dizziness?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Omiprex 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.