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IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following information is intended
to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate
that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective
for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
using this drug.
OMEPRAZOLE DELAYED RELEASE
- ORAL (oh-MEH-pruh-zole)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Prilosec
USES: Omeprazole
is used to treat various acid-related stomach and/or
throat (esophagus) problems (e.g., GERD, ulcers, erosive
esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome). It works
by blocking the production of acid in the stomach.
When using this medication to treat certain ulcers,
it may be prescribed along with certain antibiotics
(e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin).
HOW TO USE: Take
this medication by mouth, usually once daily, 15 to
30 minutes before a meal; or as directed by your doctor.
The dosage and length of treatment is based on your
medical condition and response to therapy. Do not
crush or chew the medication. Swallow the medication
whole. If you take sucralfate in addition to this
medication, take your dose of omeprazole at least
30 minutes before your sucralfate.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache,
diarrhea, gas, or constipation, may occur. If any
of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious
side effects occur: rash, stomach/abdominal pain,
back pain, unusual tiredness, dizziness, vomiting.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely
but serious side effects occur: chest pain, dark urine,
yellowing eyes or skin. An allergic reaction to this
drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention
if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell
your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver
problems, other stomach problems (e.g., tumors), any
allergies. This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks
and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether
this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the
potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while
using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor
before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell
your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
medication you may use, especially: diazepam, "blood
thinners" (e.g., warfarin), hydantoins (e.g.,
phenytoin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole,
itraconazole), ampicillin, iron supplements, sucralfate,
cilostazol. Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose
is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose
may include: confusion, unusual sweating, blurred
vision, unusually fast heartbeat, seizures.
NOTES: Do not share
this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical
tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: If
you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If
it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not
double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at
room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to
30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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