Omeprazole Duo Tablet 20/800 mg

Adult dose

This medication should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before meals. Swallow it whole with at least half a cup of water. Do not take with other beverages besides water. Do not chew or crush it. 1. Adults Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Treatment of erosive reflux esophagitis: 40/800 mg once daily for 4 weeks - If esophagitis is not treated or symptoms persist, an additional 4 weeks of medication is required.

This medication should not be used by patients who have had an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to this medication or any of its components. Patients taking certain antiviral medications such as atazanavir, nelfinavir, or rilpivirine should not use this medication. It is advisable not to use this medication during breastfeeding. Patients with a history of myocardial infarction or those currently experiencing myocardial infarction should also avoid this medication. Patients with liver or kidney problems, the elderly, and those with heart or lung dysfunction should use this medication with caution. Patients with severe gastrointestinal ulcers or electrolyte imbalances should also be careful. Those who need to limit sodium intake, for example, in conditions such as hypertension or edema, should be cautious due to the sodium content in this medication. This medication can cause various side effects, including headaches, abdominal pain, diarrhea, rash, muscle pain, and rarely serious allergic reactions or liver dysfunction. Regular monitoring is necessary for long-term use, especially if used for more than one year, as there may be an increased risk of fractures or hypomagnesemia. This medication may interact with other drugs, especially warfarin, digoxin, methotrexate, and clopidogrel, so it is essential to consult a doctor when taking these medications together. This medication may promote bacterial growth in the stomach by reducing gastric acid, so if diarrhea persists, you should consult a healthcare professional. Use during pregnancy should be approached with caution, and its use is not recommended during breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so it is important to receive treatment according to the symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be stored in different containers to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, angioedema, anaphylaxis reaction/shock, hyponatremia, hypomagnesemia, severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, DRESS syndrome), hepatitis, liver failure, encephalopathy, jaundice, interstitial nephritis, severe swelling, seizures, severe hypomagnesemia, rhabdomyolysis, cardiac dysfunction, pulmonary dysfunction, history of myocardial infarction, severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, paresthesia, drowsiness, taste disturbance, insomnia, anxiety, mental confusion, depression, aggression, hallucinations, blurred vision, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, gastrointestinal candidiasis, dermatitis, itching, rash, hair loss, photosensitivity, fractures, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, gynecomastia, asthenia, increased sweating, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, abdominal distension,

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container protected from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale pink rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [7 tablets/PTP × 4]