Omez Capsules (Omeprazole ) - Active Ingredient And Chemical structure
The active ingredient contained in Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) is Omeprazole. Omeprazole is a white to off-white crystalline powder that melts with decomposition at about 155°C. It is a weak base which is freely soluble in ethanol and methanol, and slightly soluble in acetone and isopropanol and very slightly soluble in water. The structure is shown below
Generic Forms and Brand names of Generic Prilosec (Omeprazole)
Omez Capsules manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. , India is an effective treatment for dyspepsia, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) and pathological hypersecretory conditions (e.g. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). Prilosec which has the active ingredient Omeprazole is also sold as Losec, Antra, Gastroloc, Mopral, Omepral, Zegerid, Segazole, Xelopes, Ulcozol and under various other brand names.
Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) - Uses
Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor in the form of Omez Capsules is used to treat duodenal ulcer in adults, gastric ulcer in adults, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in pediatric patients and adults, pathological hypersecretory conditions (eg, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, multiple endocrine adenomas and systemic mastocytosis) in adults. It is also used for maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis in pediatric patients and adults
Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) - Preparations
Omez is available as Capsules of 20 mg and 40 mg. Each delayed-release capsule contains either, 20 mg or 40 mg of omeprazole in the form of enteric-coated granules.
Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) - Storage Requirements
Omez Capsules are to be stored at room temperature (15°C to 30°C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light.
Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) - Dosage
The recommended dosage of Omez capsules for various indications is given below:
Short-Term Treatment of Active Duodenal Ulcer:
The recommended adult dosage is 20 mg of Omez Once daily for 4 weeks. Some patients may require an additional 4 weeks
H. pylori Eradication to Reduce the Risk of Duodenal Ulcer Recurrence
Triple Therapy:
Omez 20 mg, Amoxicillin 1000 mg, Clarithromycin 500 mg. Each drug twice daily for 10 days
Dual Therapy:
Omez 40 mg Once daily for 14 days. Clarithromycin 500 mg Three times daily for 14 days
Gastric Ulcer:
40 mg of Omez Once daily for 4 to 8 weeks
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
20 mg of Omez Once daily for 4 to 8 weeks
Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
20 mg of Omez Once daily
Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions
60 mg (varies with individual patient) of Omez Once daily
Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec) - Contraindications
Omez Capsules are contraindicated if the patient has a known hypersensitivity to Omeprazole or any inactive component of the medication.
Side Effects Of Omez Capsules (Generic Prilosec)
The most common side effects of Omez Capsules (Omeprazole )are Headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and flatulence.
