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Omcar 20 MG Tablet

Manufactured byTargof Pure Drugs Td.
ContainsOmeprazole
Description
Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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. Omcar 20 MG Tablet is used in combination with antibiotics like amoxicillin and clarithromycin to prevent ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria. Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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 Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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 tablet 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.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Omcar 20 MG Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Joint pain
  • Sore throat
  • Loss of appetite
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Diarrhoea
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Dizziness
  • Muscle pain
  • Excessive gas in stomach

Uses of Omcar 20 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
  • Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers
  • Helicobacter pylori Infection
  • Erosive Esophagitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Omeprazole tablet begins its action 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 tablet 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 tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Omcar 20 MG Tablet is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. Omeprazole use is acceptable for aspiration prophylaxis during pregnancy. Hence, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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 Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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

Omcar 20 MG Tablet is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. Omeprazole use is acceptable for aspiration prophylaxis during pregnancy. Hence, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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

Diarrhoea

Omcar 20 MG Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

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

Atrophic gastritis

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

Bone fractures

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

Hypomagnesemia

Prolonged use of Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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.

Driving or operating machinery

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

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Long-term treatment with Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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.

Missed Dose

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

Overdose

Reach out emergency medical department immediately or contact the doctor in case of Omcar 20 MG Tablet overdose.
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.
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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 Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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 Omcar 20 MG Tablet.

Colitis

Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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.
Take Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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.
Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Omcar 20 MG Tablet 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

Unknown

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Proton pump inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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