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Oms Benefits & Uses

Oms 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

Oms 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

Oms Related Warnings

Is the use of Oms safe for pregnant women?

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

Mild
Is the use of Oms safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Oms on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oms on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oms on the Liver?

Oms may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oms on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oms with Other Drugs

Oms 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

Oms Contraindications

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

Is this Oms habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oms has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oms only on doctor's advice.

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

Oms is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Oms Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oms

It is safe to take Oms with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oms

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oms

Question about 5 years ago

Does Oms cause bloating?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Oms causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oms safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oms 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 about 5 years ago

Why Oms is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Oms 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 to use Oms?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Oms should be taken 30 - 60 minute before meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some people may require to take it twice in a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before meal. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oms with ibuprofen?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oms 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.