Omed 20mg Tablet
Omed 20mg Tablet
Introduction to Omed 20mg Tablet
Omed 20mg Tablet is a medication used in the treatment of Acid reflux), Peptic Ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (gastric acid hyper secretion).
Statistics on acidity and indigestion in India:
In a survey conducted in 2021, around 32% of adults aged between 30 to 44 reported having problems with acidity and indigestion in India. These issues were more prevalent in elderly.
HOW RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE WORKS?
Omed 20mg Tablet contains Omeprazole. It works by blocking proton pumps which is responsible for acid secretion in stomach, thus blocking it leads to decrease in the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in providing relief from indigestion and heartburn.
HOW TO USE RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?
- Follow your doctor's guidance on how much to take and for how long and strictly adhere to it.
- Ingest the capsule whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
- It should be taken empty stomach.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
WHAT ARE THE PRECAUTIONS ABOUT RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?
- Inform your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking, and about the history of all the medical conditions you had.
- Avoid alcohol consumption, as it can worsen side effects.
Related Faqs
What should I know before taking Olzole?
You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with Olzole. This medicine should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Olzole to avoid harmful effects on the baby.
Can I take Omed with domperidone?
Omed can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone works by increasing the gut motility and Omed decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Does Omed cause vitamin deficiencies?
Omed may cause vitamin B12 and vitamin C deficiency. When taken orally, vitamin B12 requires an acidic environment for its absorption from the stomach while Omed causes a decrease in the gastric acid secretion. You may need to take vitamin B12 supplements along with it. The clinical significance of the decrease in vitamin C levels is not known, so vitamin C supplementation is not recommended.
What should I know before taking Omed?
You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with Omed. This medicine should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Omed to avoid harmful effects on the baby.
Can Omed be used in cardiac patients?
Patients with cardiac disease can take Omed as prescribed by the doctor. However, Omed can interact with certain drugs (e.g clopidogrel, digoxin) which might be used by a patient with an underlying cardiac disease. Patients taking Omed and digoxin may need to be monitored for digoxin toxicity. Omed decreases the activation of clopidogrel, thus reducing its effects. Patients taking these medicines together need to be monitored closely by a doctor.
Can Omed cause calcium deficiency and osteoporosis?
Omed can cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones) as it decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency. This leads to an increased risk of bone fractures on long-term use, like hip, wrist or spine fractures. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (these can increase the risk of osteoporosis) before starting your therapy. Consult your doctor on ways to prevent this. Your doctor may advise you calcium or vitamin D supplements to reduce the risk.
Disclaimer : This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment . Do not ignore or delay professional medical advice based on anything you have seen or read on Medwiki.
Omed 20mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer :
Almed Drugs Pvt LtdComposition :
Omeprazole (20mg)MRP :
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