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Omekaa D is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Omekaa D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Omekaa D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Omekaa D include Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Muscle Ache. While these are the most often observed Omekaa D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Omekaa D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omekaa D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Omekaa D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omekaa D related warnings section.
Omekaa D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Osteoporosis are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Omekaa D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Omekaa D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Omekaa D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Omekaa D safe for pregnant women?
Omekaa D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Omekaa D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Omekaa D. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Omekaa D on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Omekaa D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Omekaa D on the Liver?
Omekaa D may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omekaa D on the Heart?
Omekaa D may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Omekaa D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
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If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omekaa D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omekaa D habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Omekaa D is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omekaa D you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Omekaa D only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omekaa D is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omekaa D
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Omekaa D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omekaa D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Omekaa D with alcohol will be.
Yes, Omekaa D can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
Omekaa D is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Omekaa D can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Take Omekaa D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Omekaa D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)
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