Omeprazole Magnesium Trihydrate 40 mg Tablets

Adult dosage

This medication should be swallowed with liquid, such as water, and should not be chewed or crushed. 1) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of esophagitis: 20 mg once daily - Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily - If needed, 20 mg once daily

Children's dosage

Adolescents aged 12 years and older - Treatment of erosive esophagitis: 40 mg once daily for 4 weeks - Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms without esophagitis: 20 mg once daily - Symptoms

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Avoid use if there is a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to this medication, its ingredients, or similar drugs. Patients currently taking specific antibiotics or antiviral medications, those with a history of myocardial infarction, and breastfeeding women should also avoid this medication. When taking this medication, various side effects may occur, so caution is necessary. Common gastrointestinal symptoms include headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting, while rare but serious symptoms may include blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, mental changes, liver function abnormalities, and skin rash. Particularly, long-term use may lead to electrolyte imbalances such as hypomagnesemia, so regular blood tests are necessary. This medication inhibits gastric acid secretion, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach. Moreover, long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, so patients with osteoporosis risk should consult with their doctors. This medication can interact with various drugs; therefore, it is crucial to inform healthcare professionals about any other medications being taken, particularly anticoagulants, antibiotics, antiviral medications, and anticonvulsants. Due to limited data on safety during pregnancy, it should be used only under a doctor's guidance when necessary, and use should be avoided while breastfeeding. In case of overdose, no specific antidote is available, requiring symptomatic treatment and general management. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, hepatic jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, DRESS syndrome, interstitial nephritis, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output, generalized severe edema

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disturbance, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, increased liver enzymes, hepatitis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, interstitial nephritis, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal bloating, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, sternal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x 2)