Opraz Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Omeprazole

Indications/Uses

Treatment of duodenal & gastric ulcer, H. pylori eradication in PUD, reflux esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, patients considered to be at risk of aspiration of gastric contents during general anesth/acid aspiration prophylaxis.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Reflux esophagitis Usual dose: 20-40 mg once daily. Maintenance: 20 mg once daily. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Initially 60 mg once daily, doses 20-120 mg daily may be used.

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Administration

Should be taken with food: Take immediately before a meal.

Special Precautions

Exclude malignancy if gastric ulcer is suspected.

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Adverse Reactions

Diarrhea, constipation, skin rash, nausea & headache.

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Drug Interactions

Warfarin, phenytoin, diazepam & cyclosporine.

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Storage

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02BC01 - omeprazole ; Belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitors. Used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Opraz cap 20 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P3,500/pack)

Opraz

omeprazole

Manufacturer:

Berlin

Distributor:

Littman