Omeprazole Forums (Page 3)

Hi Doctor I am 68 years old woman. For the past 15 years I am suffering from irritation in tongue, throat and stomach while taking hot substance like chillies, peppers etc. I have almost completely AVOIDED chillies, peppers etc for the past 5 years. Anyhow when pazol and gelusil were taken, felt relief temporarily. Last 1 year every 2 months I get diahorea thrice and cured after taking antibiotic and loose motion medicine and LOST 6 kgs during that last loose motion. In sept 2011 endoscopy, colonoscopy and related blood tests and liver tests were taken and no abnormality (except 2mm mild chronic duodenitis). Doctor prescribed pentacid capsules but NO effect after taking it. For the past 1 month after taking food or water I feel very bad with burning sensation, heaviness, gastric and ind...

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I want to know if it is safe to be taking Omeprazole KU 118 with Hydrocodone. Is there possibility of overdose or drug interactions? ## Hello, Kim! How are you? I didn't find any interactions listed, but it is always best to double check. The FDA warns that Hydrocodone carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation, and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Who is the manufacturer? ## A purple and gray Omeprazole capsule with the imprint of "R 158" is manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 55111-0158 Omeprazole is used in the treatment of dyspepsia, peptic ulcer disease, indigestion, gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and more. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Omeprazole Details I hope this helps! ## Is there any gluten in Dr Reddy's Omeprazole 20 mgms capsules? Thankyou, Luise Hunt. ## Will Omeprazole 20mg act as a substitute for Prilosec (R 158 purple/grey pill)? Please let me know. It's important!

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What is the difference between 'Delayed Release' and 'Extended Release'? ## There is no difference, they are just both ways of saying the same thing. They just mean that it's a time release formulation of the medication, rather than a regular release. Is there anything else I can help with? Editor's note: this message has been deemed inaccurate. ## Thank you Verwon, I appreciate your help. ## Actually, there IS a difference and they are NOT interchangeable. The example below talks about Depakote instead of Omeprazole, but the definitions and logic are the same. "The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) defines delayed-release tablets as enteric-coated to delay release of the medication until the tablet has passed through the stomach to prevent the drug from being...

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was the color of this capsule change from aqua mylan6150 to ku 118 white/brown ## Mylan 6150 is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. Ku 118 is manufactured by Kremers Urban, and appears to be repackaged or distributed by a variety of other pharmaceutical companies. Even though the way a pill looks is entirely up to the whit and whim of the company making it, I don't think the company changed the color; it was simply manufactured by another company (as shown above), and that is why it is another color. Does that make sense? Please post back if you have any other general questions or concerns about this drug. ## Supposedly, omeprazole is now otc. KU 118 mfrd by Kremers Urban is much more effective for me than other omeprazole formulas. Friend obtains it through the VA. Under wha...

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I have been suffering from this left side chest pain that often goes to the upper left back side but every treatment i was given is not helping.i started with omeprazole since they suspected ul er bt it ddnt change,then cimetidine still no change then they gave me sandoz dinitrate just in case it was a heart problem still no change so today i was given meloxicam but am afraid to takr it because of the listed side effects.pliz help

Please show me the size and color of all the omeprazole 20 mg capsules made by each manufacturer. ## Hello, Diana! How are you? I'm sorry, but I couldn't possibly list them all for you. Though you can see most of them on this site, at this link: What are the markings on the capsule in question? If you can post back with more details, I will gladly research it for you further. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and flatulence.

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I have taken Omeprazole for two weeks. I am told not to exceed this time frame, but I still need treatment. What should I do? ## You may need to take a longer course of treatment, it can be prescribed for up to 4 months, at a time, but you should not do so without doctor's approval. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, flatulence, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Are you on any other medications? Have they had you try anything else to treat it?

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I just started taking omeprazole 40 mg today and it's making me a little sleepy. Is that normal? ## It does not contain pain medication, it is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach, but yes, drowsiness, can be a normal side effect, according to FDA reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, stomach pain, and flatulence. Are you on any other medications? Why was it prescribed for you?

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Dark & light pink capsule with 20 printed in black on the light pink area and OAM printed in the dark pink area. The A is printed above the O & M in a triangle shape. ## What is altosec used for? ## Altosec is a foreign brand name for Omeprazole, commonly sold in the U.S. under the brand name Prilosec. This is used to prevent heartburn and gastro-esophagal reflux. The most common side effects include headache, nausea and other conditions. ## Can I use LIBRAX, ALTOSEC 20mg and BUSCOPAN together? What side affects are there? ## I am starting a course of altosec sand would like to find out as much as I can about this medicine ## I have been taking altosec 20 for about 7 months, I had my gall bladder out and then I had reflux, I had those scopes and was put onto Altosec 20. I feel t...

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What is the difference between OME 40 and KU 136? I just got my Omeprazole prescription refill and see that I got OME 40 and previously it's been KU 236. Do I need to worry? Has my pharmacy screwed up? ## No, this is a generic, so it is manufactured by several different companies. The FDA warns that this medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, flatulence, and stomach pain. Have you experienced any issues taking the new one?

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Dosage and directions for Altosec 20 ## From what I was able to gather Altosec is not from the US, I believe it's from South Africa. I did however I located the active ingredient, it's Omeprazole. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## What is the drug Altosec 20 used for? They are capsules. ## I use altosec for acid reflux. Ever since i started using it i have never had reflux. It also healed my bruising i had internally. ## Quite correct, it's from South Africa, but where better to find a cure for anything abdominal where it would be an every day expected occurrence. This product is amazing, it really hones in where it is supposed to!

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kindly let me know about this drugs for use. ## Omeprazole with Domperidone is most commonly used to treat or prevent conditions such as ulcers, heartburn and GERD. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## I am taking Domperidone and Omeprazole. I think one of the side effects should include weight increase. I added a lot of weight with in just one week of taking it. May be because it makes me sleep excessively. thanks

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what is the generic name, indication and the dosage. ## what is the generic name, indication and the dosage of papase drug?. ## Papase is not a drug, it is a natural digestive enzyme sold as a supplement. It is touted to help with gas, digestion and stomach fullness. I'm sorry, that is all the information I can find on it. Does anyone else know anything? ## PAPASE IS A DRUG. Its main pharmacological action is to reduce severe swollen gums. Other uses are known, but seldomly used compared its main preferance. Known side effects include gastric disorder, trembling (differs from person to person) and uncomfortable. ## Perhaps you should say, its agitation instead of uncomfortable. Anyway, some drug itself is sold as 'papase'. Yes, it is mainly used for reducing swollen gums, su...

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Is Omeprazole gluten free? I have questions about the medication and the casing... ## Without knowing the specific manufacturer, I can't really provide you with any information, since this is a generic medication that is manufactured by several different companies. Do you have a problem with Gluten? If so, if your doctor and pharmacy aware of it? They should be able to check all medications for you. Can you post back with more details, such as the manufacturer? If you do so, I will gladly check for you. ## The manufacturer is Sandoz. My pharmacist was unable to get ahold of them. I have switched to over-the-counter Prilosec in the mean time but would like to use meds covered by my insurance. ## Hi Bernie! Thanks for posting back and I have found that information for you, here's ...

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Can you please explain the effect of omperazole and if it contributes to a high pulse rate? ## Yes, the NIH lists that as being a possible side effect it may cause in some people that take it. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and flatulence. Are you on any other medications? Do you have any other diagnosed medical conditions? ## Yes this poison does affect your heart. I encourage anyone who is thinking of taking this to stop and do some serious research. The side affects are many and scary. Just a few are anxiety, panic,dizziness,brain fog,weight loss and kidney failure. It also prevents the body from absorbing key vitamins and minerals (magnesium, calcium, and b12) without magnesium and potassium you will have heart palpitations. I was on it for 6 mont...

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What are the diffrence btween olmezest or omeprazole plz tell me? ## Olmezest is normally used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions, while Omeprazole is used to help lower the amount of acid produced by your stomach. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi, I was told that i have gastritis and I was given omeprazole and ranitidine several times but it never worked. Now they have given me pylokit. Do u think this can work or maybe there is another alternative? ## Is it normal to lose weight with gastritis becoz i hve lost 5.5kg and its woryn me.if any1 is goin thru da same thing pliz help with some info. ## You should take the medication as instructed by your doctor. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, flatulence, and stomach pain. And yes, this condition could cause weight loss, since the stomach pain might cause you not to be eating as you normally would. Has there been any change? Are you taking the medication? ## Yes am takin the medication and it has bin one week n...

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I have been on this medication for three days and today I have had a headache all day. Is this normal and can I take something for the headache? ## Yes, most medications can cause headaches as a side effect, according to FDA, with this medication you may also experience nausea, dizziness, and stomach pain. As to what you can take, that depends on what medication you want to use, there are many on the market, so I can't check for interactions for all of them. Can you please post back and clarify which one, or ones, you usually take? Thank you!

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The difference between omepprazole dr and pNepcid ac ## They are both different medications in different drug classes. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, it helps reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach by shutting down some of the proton pumps that produce the acid. Learn more Omeprazole details here. The DR just means it is delayed release, so it keeps working for awhile after you take it. Pepcid AC is a time released formulation of Famotidine, which is a histamine, H2-receptor agonist, so it works differently than the Omeprazole. This one works more like a traditional antacid, in that your stomach still produces the same amount of acid, this just kind of neutralizes some of if afterwards. Learn more Famotidine details here. Not all medications work for everyone that tri...

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