Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet

Belonging to a cluster of drugs known as PPIs, Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used for reducing the acid content in the stomach. This drug treats duodenal or gastric ulcers, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), inflammation of the esophagus and conditions wherein the stomach secretes excess acid.

Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is prescribed as the short-term (4-8 weeks) treatment of severe erosive esophagitis (grade 2 or above), diagnosed by endoscopy and short-term treatment of symptomatic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) poorly responsive to customary medical treatment.

Also, it is given in the treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD; pathological hypersecretory conditions; peptic ulcer disease; gastric ulcer therapy; maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis.

This medicine is approved for combination use in the eradication of H. pylori in patients with active duodenal ulcer. The most common side effects associated with Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet include diarrhea, gas, vomiting, headache, nausea and stomach aches.

Although rare, certain severe adverse reactions are increased possibility of bone fractures, decreased magnesium levels inside the body, seizures, irregular heart-beats, jitteriness, muscle spasms and weakness, feet/hand spasms, voice box spasms, etc.

The likelihood of these severe side effects goes up if you take this medicine for over a period of 3 months. Also, prolonged intake of this medication (usually over a period of three years) can result in your body’s decreased ability to absorb Vitamin B12.

Other possible (albeit rare) side effects include diarrhea, inflammation of the intestine and the stomach lining, damage to the kidneys, allergic reactions, weight loss, and fever.

Omeprazole is helpful in treating the below provided problems:

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of GERD (a condition where stomach acid and contents flow back and irritate the food pipe).

• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a condition where the tumor in the upper part of the small intestine will produce the excess amount of acid in the stomach.)

• Duodenal Ulcer

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Duodenal ulcer (a condition with open sores on the lining of the small intestine).

• Helicobacter Pylori Infection

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of H.Pylori infection which is a most common cause of peptic ulcer caused by bacteria called Helicobacter pylori.

• Erosive Esophagitis

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Erosive Esophagitis which is an inflammation of the food pipe (Esophagus).

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet or any medicine of the same class.

Side effects of Omeprazole are as follows:

• Abdominal Pain

• Fever

• Joint Pain

• Sore Throat

• Loss Of Appetite

• Constipation

• Diarrhoea

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Dizziness

• Muscle Pain

• Drowsiness

• Rash

• Back Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine is excreted primarily in urine and the effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 72 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine can be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Caution must be taken. Avoid consuming alcohol along with this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is unknown whether this medicine alter the ability of patients driving skills. It patient experience any side effects, he must avoid driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is safe to use Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose is needed, kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Helikit Tab Cap.Kit 20Mg/500Mg/750Mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• India

• United States

• Japan

This medicine belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitor drug and binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Ketoconazole

  The desired effect of Ketoconazole and other antifungal agents of the same class will not be achieved when taken with Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet. Inform the doctor about the usage of either of these medications so that safer alternatives can be prescribed.

  Methotrexate

  It is not recommended to take Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet with methotrexate. This combination will increase the concentration of methotrexate in the blood and can produce serious side effects. Inform the doctor if you are taking these medicines simultaneously. An alternate medicine should be considered based on your clinical condition.

  Warfarin

  Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet should be used with caution in you are also taking warfarin. If co-administration is needed, then regular monitoring of prothrombin time, unusual bleeding, the presence of blood in urine is necessary. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made under doctors supervision.

  Nelfinavir

  The desired effect of anti-viral medications like Nelfinavir will not be obtained when taken with Omepraz Hp 20 Mg/500 Mg/750 Mg Tablet. Inform the doctor if you are taking these medicines simultaneously. An alternate medicine should be considered based on your clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Osteoporosis

  The risk of bone fractures is more if you are on high doses and long-term therapy. Use with caution if you are at risk of developing bone fractures and lower doses for a short duration of time should be considered.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.