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Omeprazole

Generic: OMEPRAZOLE

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
Allegiant Health
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
3344c589-c4ac-4f2d-8d32-828db4e825a6
Purpose
Purpose Acid reducer
Indications & Usage
Use(s) • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole.

• Omeprazole may cause severe skin reactions.

Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If an allergy reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Do not use if you have • trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools • heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness • chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness • frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition.

See your doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if you have • had heartburn over 3 months.

This may be a sign of a more serious condition.

• frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn • unexplained weight loss • nausea or vomiting • stomach pain Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug.

Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Stop use and ask a doctor if • your heartburn continues or worsens • you need to take this product for more than 14 days • you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months • you get diarrhea • you develop a rash or joint pain If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.