Prisolec®
The following information is a summary. It is
not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
What To Know
Do not stop taking omeprazole even if you begin
to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before
the condition is fully treated.
What Is It
Omeprazole decreases the amount of acid produced
in the stomach. Omeprazole is used to treat ulcers,
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or heartburn),
and other conditions involving excessive stomach
acid production. Omeprazole may also be used for
purposes other than those listed in this medication
guide.
Before Using
Before taking omeprazole, tell your doctor if
you have ever had any type of liver disease. You
may not be able to take omeprazole, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring.
Omeprazole is in the FDA pregnancy category C.
This means that it is not known whether omeprazole
will harm an unborn baby. Do not take omeprazole
without first talking to your doctor if you are
pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether omeprazole passes into
breast milk. Do not take omeprazole without first
talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding
a baby.
How To Use
Take omeprazole exactly as directed by your doctor.
If you do not understand these instructions, ask
your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them
to you. Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces)
of water. Omeprazole is usually taken before a
meal. Follow your doctor's instructions. If you
have difficulty swallowing, the omeprazole capsules
can be opened and the contents sprinkled onto
a tablespoonful of applesauce. The pellets should
be mixed with the applesauce and then swallowed
immediately. The applesauce should not be hot
and should be soft enough to be swallowed without
chewing. The pellets should not be chewed or crushed.
The pellet / applesauce mixture should not be
stored for later use. Follow with a drink of water.
Do not stop taking omeprazole even if you begin
to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before
the condition is fully treated. Store omeprazole
at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
However, if it is almost time for the next dose,
skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly
scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this
medication unless your doctor directs otherwise.
Over Dose
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of
an omeprazole overdose include drowsiness, seizures,
shortness of breath, and decreased body temperature.
Side Effects
If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of
the lips, tongue, or face; or hives), stop taking
omeprazole and seek emergency medical attention.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely
to occur. Continue to take omeprazole and talk
to your doctor if you experience · drowsiness,
dizziness, or headache; · diarrhea, increased
gas, or bloating; or · itching. Side effects
other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems
unusual or that is especially bothersome
Precautions
There are no restrictions on food, beverages,
or activities while taking omeprazole, unless
otherwise directed by your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Before taking omeprazole, tell your doctor if
you are taking any of the following medicines
· warfarin (Coumadin); · digoxin
(Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps); · a medicine for
insomnia or anxiety such as diazepam (Valium),
alprazolam (Xanax), lorazepam (Ativan), temazepam
(Restoril), clorazepate (Tranxene), chlordiazepoxide
(Librium), and others; · cyclosporine (Neoral,
Sandimmune); · phenytoin (Dilantin); ·
theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theochron, Theolair, Elixophyllin,
Slo-Phyllin, others); · itraconazole (Sporanox)
or ketoconazole (Nizoral); · ampicillin
(Omnipen, Principen); or · iron (Feosol,
Mol-Iron, Fergon, Femiron, others). You may not
be able to take omeprazole, or you may require
a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you
are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact
with omeprazole. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist
before taking any prescription or over-the-counter
medicines, including herbal products.
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