Download PATIENT`S NAME: MEDICATION: omeprazole (Brand names

PATIENT’S NAME:
MEDICATION: omeprazole (Brand names include Losec and Prilosec.)
WHAT IT'S USED FOR: Omeprazole is used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers, gastroesophageal
reflux disease (GERD), and certain other conditions.
HOW TO TAKE IT
Take drug 30 to 60 minutes before a meal, as prescribed.
Don't open capsules. Swallow them whole.
If you need to administer this drug through a nasogastric tube, separate the capsule but don’t crush
pellets. Mix pellets with water. Shake or turn syringe while injecting drug. After giving drug, flush
tube with 2 to 4 tablespoonful of water.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS!
Take drug as prescribed for full course of therapy, even if you are feeling better.
Avoid driving and other hazardous activities until you know how the drug affects your concentration
and alertness.
Tell your prescriber if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
SIDE EFFECTS
This drug may cause dizziness, headache, weakness, insomnia, abnormal taste, fungal infection in
esophagus, constipation, diarrhea, passing gas, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, belching, high blood
sugar, back pain, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, and allergic reactions (including itching and
rash). Notify your prescriber of serious or bothersome symptoms.
INTERACTIONS
Omeprazole may interact with many drugs. Tell all prescribers what drugs you are taking, including
over-the-counter medications.
Avoid products containing aspirin, other drugs used to ease inflammation (such as ibuprofen), and
foods that may irritate the gastrointestinal tract.
Avoid alcohol use while taking this drug.
STORAGE
Store drug in a tightly closed container at room temperature, away from light and moisture. DON'T
store it the bathroom.
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