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Omel 20 MG Capsule

Manufactured byJagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsOmeprazole
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Omel 20 MG Capsule 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. It relieves stress ulcers and also acidity due to the intake of painkillers. Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 Omel 20 MG Capsule are nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and dizziness. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. You have to take an omeprazole capsule as instructed by the doctor. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverage such as coffee, tea and cola while using this medicine. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Always try to finish your dinner three hours before heading to bed.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Omel 20 MG Capsule

Nausea and vomiting

Joint pain

Sore throat

Loss of appetite

Constipation

Diarrhoea

Difficulty in breathing

Dizziness

Muscle pain

Drowsiness

Chest pain

Uses of Omel 20 MG Capsule

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. Omel 20 MG Capsule helps in the 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. Omel 20 MG Capsule is used to treat an excessive amount of acid produced in the stomach due to tumours.

Gastric and duodenal ulcers

Gastric ulcers are sores that form in the lining of the stomach. Duodenal ulcers are open sores that form in the lining of the duodenum (the beginning of the small intestine). This occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach damage the protective layer of the stomach and duodenum. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation. Omel 20 MG Capsule is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and small intestine. It is also used to prevent ulcers caused by stress.

Erosive Esophagitis

Esophagitis is the swelling of the oesophagus, the muscular tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. It occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach flow back into the oesophagus. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation in the oesophagus. All these reasons can irritate and damage the lining of the oesophagus, resulting in a condition called erosive oesophagitis. Omel 20 MG Capsule is used to treat erosive esophagitis by decreasing stomach acid production.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Omeprazole capsules begin their activities within an hour of taking it. You will start to feel better in 2-3 days and it may take 4-5 weeks for complete relief.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    After administration, the effect of the omeprazole capsule remains in the body for an average duration of 24 hours.

  • 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 Omel 20 MG Capsule.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 if there are no alternatives and the benefit outweighs the risk.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 taking Omel 20 MG Capsule 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

Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 if there are no alternatives and the benefit outweighs the risk.

Breast-feeding

Omel 20 MG Capsule 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

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Long-term treatment with Omel 20 MG Capsule may decrease the absorption of Vitamin B12 in the body. You should take vitamin B12 supplements if this medicine is used for more than 3 years.

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 Omel 20 MG Capsule. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin while using this medicine.

Hypomagnesemia

Prolonged use of Omel 20 MG Capsule 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.

Bone fractures

Long term use of Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 Omel 20 MG Capsule can help to increase calcium absorption in the body.

Atrophic gastritis

In some patients, continuous use of Omel 20 MG Capsule may cause swelling of the stomach mucosa lasting for a longer duration. Hence use this medicine only for the prescribed period of time.

Driving or operating machinery

Omel 20 MG Capsule may cause sleepiness or dizziness. Hence it is advised not to drive vehicles and operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the scheduled dose of Omel 20 MG Capsule. If it's time for the next dose, do not double the dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor in case of overdose with Omel 20 MG Capsule.
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

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Nelfinavir

Fluconazole

Digoxin

Citalopram

Gentamicin

Disease interactions

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a bone disease in which bones become weak and fragile (may break from a fall). Long term use of omeprazole 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 Omel 20 MG Capsule 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 Omel 20 MG Capsule.

Colitis

Omel 20 MG Capsule 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Omel 20 MG Capsule as instructed by your doctor. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverage such as coffee, tea and cola while using this medicine. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Always try to finish your dinner three hours before heading to bed. Omeprazole capsules used for treating acid-related diseases. Omeprazole capsules uses for reducing stomach acid production is effective. Omeprazole capsules IP 20 mg, 10 mg, and 40 mg are the available strengths.

Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Omel 20 MG Capsule 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

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Proton pump inhibitors, Anti-Ulcer Agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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