Gasec 20 mg 14 Capsule
Omeprazole
A proton pump inhibitor that acts by reducing the gastric acid. It is specifically inhibiting the acid pumps in the parietal cells within the stomach.
Indications:
• Acid-related dyspepsia.
• GERD/ Reflux esophagitis.
• Gastric and duodenal ulcers.
• Gastric acid reduction during general anesthesia.
Points of interest:
• Patients must Swallow as a whole, do not crush or chew.
• Patients must tell doctor if they develop black stool or dark vomit.
How to use:
1 capsule daily in the mornin or as recommended by the doctor
Active Ingredients:
Omeprazole.
Cautions:
• Patients at risk of osteoporosis should maintain an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D.
• Should be prescribed only for appropriate indication at the lowest effective dose.
• It may reduce the absorption of vitamin B12.
Interactions:
• Coumarins: anticoagulant effect of coumarins is possibly enhanced by omeprazole.
• Posaconazole: plasma concentration of posaconazole is possibly reduced by omeprazole.
• Atazanavir: omeprazole reduce plasma concentration of atazanavir.
• Clopidogrel: anti-platelet effect of clopidogrel is reduced by omeprazole.
Quantity:
14 Capsules
How to store:
Keep at room temperature.