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Losectil 20 mg

Capsule

Generic: Omeprazole

Eskayef

Therapeutic Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indications

Acidity, ulcer and GERD.

Pharmacology

Omeprazole suppresses gastric acid secretion by irreversibly inhibiting the hydrogen-potassium ATPase enzyme (the proton pump) of the gastric parietal cell. It reduces both basal and stimulated acid secretion.

Dosage & Administration

1 capsule daily before breakfast.

Side Effects

Headache, nausea.

Precautions & Warnings

Exclude gastric malignancy before treatment when alarm symptoms are present. Use with caution in severe liver impairment. Long-term use may lower magnesium and vitamin B12 levels and increase the risk of bone fracture. May reduce the effect of clopidogrel. Use in pregnancy and breast-feeding only if advised by the physician.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to omeprazole or other proton pump inhibitors. Concomitant use with nelfinavir.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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