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Description
Ocid 40 MG Infusion is an anti-ulcer medicine used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. Stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome are certain problems caused by high levels of stomach acid. Ocid 40 MG Infusion helps in the treatment of active gastric (stomach) or duodenal (small intestine) ulcers with bleeding or severe erosions.
Ocid 40 MG Infusion interferes with the final step of acid release in the stomach. Thus, acidity in the stomach is decreased and the ulcer healing process is fastened. Common side effects of Ocid 40 MG Infusion are headache, pain at the injection site, diarrhoea, and dizziness. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it.
Ocid 40 MG Infusion is administered into your vein by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Inj omeprazole is used in patients with damage to their oesophagus (the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach) or who are unable to take oral forms of omeprazole. You should avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverage such as coffee, tea and cola if you have acid-related diseases. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Always try to finish your dinner three hours before heading to bed.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Ocid 40 MG Infusion
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ocid 40 MG Infusion
Fever
Joint pain
Sore throat
Loss of appetite
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Difficulty in breathing
Dizziness
Muscle pain
Drowsiness
Chest pain
Pain at the injection site
Uses of Ocid 40 MG Infusion
What is it prescribed for?
Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is an acid reflux disease that occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the oesophagus or food pipe. Heartburn and acid indigestion are the main symptoms of GERD. This condition can be managed with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications to an extent. But sometimes medications or surgery is needed to get relief. Ocid 40 MG Infusion helps in the short-term treatment of GERD by decreasing stomach acid production.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome is a condition in which tumours form in the pancreas (an organ located behind the stomach) and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). These tumours produce a hormone called gastrin which in turn causes excessive stomach acid. Ocid 40 MG Infusion is used to treat an excessive amount of acid produced in the stomach due to tumours.
Duodenal ulcer
Duodenal ulcers are open sores that form in the lining of the duodenum (the beginning of the small intestine). The food travels to the duodenum straight after it leaves your stomach. It occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach damage the protective layer of the duodenum. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation. Ocid 40 MG Infusion is used to treat bleeding or severe erosions that occur due to active duodenal ulcers.
Gastric ulcer
Gastric ulcers are sores that form in the lining of the stomach. The stomach produces acid to help with the digestion of food and also to kill germs. To get protected from acid damage, the cells of the stomach make a protective mucus layer. This layer is damaged when there is excess stomach acid production causing an ulcer. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation. Ocid 40 MG Infusion is used to treat bleeding or severe erosions that occur due to active gastric (stomach) ulcers.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
You will start to feel better immediately after receiving an omeprazole sodium injection. It provides quick relief from symptoms of acid-related diseases.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration of action for omeprazole sodium injection is not clinically determined.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Ocid 40 MG Infusion.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Ocid 40 MG Infusion is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Ocid 40 MG Infusion may pass into breast milk and cause side effects in breastfed babies. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid using Ocid 40 MG Infusion if you are previously allergic to it. Allergic reactions are very rare to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Ocid 40 MG Infusion is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
Ocid 40 MG Infusion may pass into breast milk and cause side effects in breastfed babies. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
Lupus erythematosus
Lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, kidneys, brain, joints, and other organs. It occurs when the immune system of the body attacks its own tissues. Lupus may occur or gets worse while using Ocid 40 MG Infusion. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin while using this medicine.
Bone fractures
Long term use of Ocid 40 MG Infusion decreases the calcium absorption in the body leading to reduced bone density (thinning of bones). Calcium is essential for bone formation and its deficiency can increase the risk of bone fractures. Take calcium supplements or increase the intake of calcium in your diet to avoid bone thinning. Using Vitamin D supplements along with Ocid 40 MG Infusion can help to increase calcium absorption in the body.
Hypomagnesemia
Prolonged use of Ocid 40 MG Infusion may result in low magnesium levels in the blood (hypomagnesemia). Inform your doctor in case of dizziness, irregular heartbeat, shivering, muscle pain, seizures or fits. You may have to check magnesium levels in the blood at regular intervals.
Missed Dose
Since Ocid 40 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Ocid 40 MG Infusion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of an overdose are very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Ketoconazole
Methotrexate
Warfarin
Nelfinavir
Digoxin
Citalopram
Disease interactions
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a bone disease in which bones become weak and fragile (may break from a fall). Long term use of Ocid 40 MG Infusion can reduce bone density (thinning of bones). Calcium is essential for bone formation. This medicine decreases the calcium absorption in the body leading to calcium deficiency. This can increase the risk of bone fractures, especially in osteoporosis patients. Take calcium supplements or increase the intake of calcium in your diet to avoid bone thinning. Using Vitamin D supplements along with Ocid 40 MG Infusion can help to increase calcium absorption in the body.
Liver impairment
The primary conversion of omeprazole to its active form happens in the liver. Therefore patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Ocid 40 MG Infusion.
Colitis
Ocid 40 MG Infusion may cause diarrhoea. Use this medicine with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may cause severe diarrhoea.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Ocid 40 MG Infusion should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Omeprazole inj is available as strength of omeprazole injection 40 mg.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Ocid 40 MG Infusion reduces the production of acid in the stomach. It stops the action of the proton pumps that are found on cells that line the stomach, which decreases stomach acid production.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Proton pump inhibitors, Anti-Ulcer Agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Omeprazole 40 mg Powder for Solution for Infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 March 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 9 Mar 2021
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