Omeprazole

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Omeprazole Drug Index

Omeprazole, sold under the brand names Prilosec and Losec, among others, is a medication used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.[1] It is also used to prevent upper gastrointestinal bleeding in people who are at high risk.[1] Omeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) and its effectiveness is similar to other PPIs.[7] It can be taken by mouth or by injection in...

Does this medicine cause you to have a strong odor in your urine? ## No, I don't see it listed anywhere as a possible side effect, even among the rare ones. Learn more Omeprazole details here. Is it the only medication you take? Have you been dehydrated at all? ## My urine smells strongly of petrol. I have stopped taking Losec and smell has diminished. ## The smell in my urine is definitely from omoprozole Has there been a change in manufacture. ## I have also noticed an odd urine smell on omeprazole. I do take other otc antacids but I suspect the omeprazole. ## +1 I started Omeprazole, and urine odor followed. I stop, it goes away. I don't understand why this side effect seems under-reported, when it seems easy to spot the correlation/control of the symptom. More worrisome, is ...

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was the color of this capsule change from aqua mylan6150 to ku 118 white/brown ## Mylan 6150 is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. Ku 118 is manufactured by Kremers Urban, and appears to be repackaged or distributed by a variety of other pharmaceutical companies. Even though the way a pill looks is entirely up to the whit and whim of the company making it, I don't think the company changed the color; it was simply manufactured by another company (as shown above), and that is why it is another color. Does that make sense? Please post back if you have any other general questions or concerns about this drug. ## Supposedly, omeprazole is now otc. KU 118 mfrd by Kremers Urban is much more effective for me than other omeprazole formulas. Friend obtains it through the VA. Under wha...

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Can ic omeprazole cause one's blood pressure to increase dramatically? ## Omeprazole is a Proton Pump Inhibitor, used to help reduce the amount of acid your stomach produces to treat conditions such as heartburn and GERD. That said, there is nothing listed about it doing this. It is always a possiblity, though, medications do affect everyone differently, but there is no way to say for sure. Have you asked your doctor about it? ## Theoretically, it definitely could. You see, nitric oxide is a substance that the body creates and that regulates blood pressure. It can only be created in the presence of an acidic stomach. Reducing acid in the stomach definitely decreases nitric oxide production and, therefore, can increase blood pressure. See this page to see how reducing acid in the sto...

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What's the best otc replacement for prescribed omeprazole 20mg ## Hello, Sabina! How are you? Lansoprazole is available over the counter and is in the same family of medications, there are even generic/store brands of it, so it's fairly inexpensive. Just check with your doctor to make sure that it's okay for you to make such a switch. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, hot flashes, irritability and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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pink/reddish-brown oblong shaped capsule half of the capsule has:APO and the other half has:020 ## Just to clarify, I located your capsule to be Omeprazole (20 mg). Omeprazole is used in the treatment of dyspepsia, peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## gastric pain ## co-venlafax xr 75 mg..............take one capsule daily ## co-venlafaxine 75mg take 1 capsule daily ## co-venlafaxine xr 159mg take 1 a day ## I am taking omeprazole 2omg capsules prescribed by my doctor and they have helped me almost instantly,but i have questions that need answering.will my problem be cured...

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Is Omeprazole gluten free? I have questions about the medication and the casing... ## Without knowing the specific manufacturer, I can't really provide you with any information, since this is a generic medication that is manufactured by several different companies. Do you have a problem with Gluten? If so, if your doctor and pharmacy aware of it? They should be able to check all medications for you. Can you post back with more details, such as the manufacturer? If you do so, I will gladly check for you. ## The manufacturer is Sandoz. My pharmacist was unable to get ahold of them. I have switched to over-the-counter Prilosec in the mean time but would like to use meds covered by my insurance. ## Hi Bernie! Thanks for posting back and I have found that information for you, here's ...

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can omeprazole cause elevated levels on liver functioning tests(blood) ## I was prescribed omeprazole 40 mg for a bad sinus infection. Does this seem right? ## Yes, the FDA does list elevated liver enzymes as being a possible side effect, but it is very rare, usually occurring in less than 1% of the people that take it. How high were your enzyme levels? Depending on how high they were, it may not be due to the Omeprazole. Is that the only medication you are currently taking? Has your doctor done any other testing? Bob, no, this is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach to help prevent, or treat conditions, such as heartburn, GERD, gastritis, and ulcers. Are you sure that's what was prescribed?

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Please help me here,i took ADCO-OMEPRAZOLE 20MG this morning together with MOTILIUM and immediately my voice changed as if I have flue.is that caused by the Omeprazole. ## Hi Nomakhaya, Some of the side effects associated with Omeprazole may be to blame for the change in your voice. Looking at a list of potential side effects, I am seeing fever; hoarseness; swelling of the face, tongue, lips, throat, etc; among a variety of other possible symptoms. You can also view this list of side effects in the link below, but I think we pin-pointed it to "hoarseness". Is that sort of what it feels like?: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000936/#a693050-sideEffects I hope this info helps! ## please stop taking those medicines it wont help you....me too a victim...now my life is back to norm...

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the difference in cr cap and ec caps of omeprazole ## Both of those are just abbreviations that designate them as being time released products, so there is no real difference. The CR stands for controlled release and the EC stands for extended control. Learn more Omeprazole details here. It would be much easier if there was just one standardized designation, such as ER or XR, but there isn't. There are several that can be used and the manufacturer is free to use whichever one their whim led them to pick. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does this medicine cause weight gain? I have been taking this medicine for 2 weeks and have gained 6 pounds. ## Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor used to reduce the amount of acid the stomach produces to treat conditions such as heartburn, GERD and ulcers. That said, no, weight gain is not a normal side effect, they can include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and flatulence. Read more: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## What are the ingredients in Omeprazole? ## I took Nexium for 2 years for acid reflux. I am now on omeprazole cr 40 mg. will I have to take these for 2 years too. why does this keep coming back. I am careful not to eat "trigger" foods.

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I take Omeprazole CR 40mg 30min-1hr before supper. Is there a problem if I take my calcium at the same time. My calcium is time released. I take 2 tablets once a day. ## Hi Trudy, Based on the drug databases I checked, there aren't any interactions found between Calcium and Omeprazole. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist, but these databases state that they use every mean possible to ensure that their information is accurate. I hope this helps! ## Thank you, I appreciate the information.

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What is the dosage for omeprazole 20mg bcos my doctor told me 1cap twice daily is he right or wrongd ## It actually depends on the condition being treated and the severity. For relatively mild issues, one 20mg dosage is usually taken each day. However, for someone with a severe acid issue, or who is already tolerant to it, the dosage can be raised to 40mgs a day, either in one dose, or as 2 separate doses. Learn more Omeprazole details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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omeprazole dr 2-mg - - - started 02/17/10 - - - 1 capsule a day - - have had stomach pain and watery diarrea the past 4 days/also some vomiting. So I have not taken my medications until today!!! Since I have started feeling better -- I resumed my medications today -- this afternoon the stomach pain has returned and the feeling that the diarrea is allso about to resume! ## Omeprazole can cause some stomach pain and diarrhea as side effects when you first start taking it. It should taper off as your body adjusts to the medication. If it doesn't, you will need to contact your doctor. Have you spoken to them about it?

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The capsule is green on one side, blue on the other and contains 40 mgs of Omeprazole. I have been taking it for two weeks and just this weekend started experiencing back pain, groin pain and have a great deal of gas. Took one about 1 hour ago and my back is killing me and I am passing gas terribly. I am not taking any more of these pills. ## The one with the Mylan 5222 marking on both halves? Yes, these proton pump inhibitors can cause some gas and stomach pain as side effects. Learn more Omeprazole details here. And the groin and back pain may just be due to the excess gas. However, if those pains continue, or worsen, then make sure that you seek medical attention. ## I am having severe cough, very bad throat irritation, disturbed sleep. Dr.gave Omeprazole Dr 40mg capsule. took for 4 ...

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at which time it is to be taken? ## Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach, to treat or prevent conditions, such as heartburn, GERD, ulcers and gastritis. It may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. It should be taken once daily, before a meal, unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. More details: Are there any other questions?

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presently taking omeprazole 20 mg but changed to omeprazole sa 20 mg what is the difference? ## The Omeprazole SA is a time released formulation, so it is meant to last longer and work longer in your body, but it still does the same thing. Common side effects may include: headache, diarrhea and dizziness. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## What does Flo-max do in your body--in other words what effect does it have in your body? Thank you

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Aspirin + Omeprazole Drug Index

Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), is a medication used to reduce pain, fever, or inflammation.[5] Specific inflammatory conditions which aspirin is used to treat include Kawasaki disease, pericarditis, and rheumatic fever.[5] Aspirin given shortly after a heart attack decreases the risk of death.[5] Aspirin is also used long-term to help prevent further heart attacks, ischaemic strokes, and blood clots in people at high risk.&am...

I have just been prescribed Omeprazole for suspected acid reflux. As I am still breathless from previous bronchitis, can I still take Salamol (blue) and Qvar (Beclometasone Dipropionate? ## Hi Nemo, I think you'll be happy to know that Omeprazole does not have any interactions with the active ingredients found in Salamol or Qvar. So in my honest opinion, they are safe to take together. Is there anything else I can help you with? I wish you a quick recovery from the bronchitis!

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What is the main purpose of this drug? ## Hello, Margaret! How are you? This is a proton pump inhibitor that helps reduce the amount of acid produced by your stomach to treat conditions such as heartburn, GERD, ulcers and gastritis. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness flatulence and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thankyou for your reply.I have since been told that the Omeprazole 20mg which I had been taking for years,is not strong enough and the acid reflux has burnt the back of my vocal chords. I now understand why I had been having trouble singing particularly when going to sing a high note,I just gagged! I am now taking Nexium 40mg which do seem to be helping and the constant irritating cough has stopped.Also singing is easier.Is there anything I shou...

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