Altosec Tablets Uses

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What are altosec tablets used for?

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I have been prescribed Altosec. What is this for?

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Unfortunately, since this isn't something available in the U.S., finding information on it is extremely difficult.

I can only suggest that you ask your doctor for more information on it.

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I use 1 x Altosec capsule daily (20mg) which is to take away heartburn / reflux associated with a small hiatus hernia that I have. My gastro prescribed it for me.

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does anyone know what colourants are used in Altosec tablets please? I'm allergic to colorants in the azo dye group, mostly reds, browns, orange colours. These capsules are brownish red.

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i will like to know is this tablet also for air in the tummy

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My mother was prescribed Altosec in Cape Town, South Africa earlier this year because she has a sensitive stomach and often gets gastro-esophagal reflux. it has worked unbelievably well for her. i have some information which i hope will help you.

ALTOSEC – 20MG (take after meals)

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.

Altosec is a foreign (South African) 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.

Unfortunately, since this isn't something available in the U.S., finding information on it is extremely difficult.

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Thanks for the information Bill! I was able to read more information about Omeprazole to get an idea of what to expect (since it's the same active ingredient).

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Good day.

Kindly advise as to when Altosec must be consumed i.e. before or after meals?

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I'm using altosec and it's working, is it bad if used over a long period?

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Hi, Bill. Has your mom heal completely from Eusophagal Reflux since taking Altosec?

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I have been given ALTESEC - 063143 by the doctor and he say to take it when necessary. What does he mean by that? What must happen for me to take it ? Thanks

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Dear K - The doctor most likely means to take it when symptoms arise (i.e. when you feel the need for relief). More information about this drug can be reviewed at:

https:/­/­rxchat.com/­wiki/­Omeprazole/­

(Omeprazole is the active ingredient). Hope this helps!

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can this drug be used for stress related issues??

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I have a problem with my stomach, im taking a warfrin tablet an altosec and Bio Cimetidine, im vomiting once I eat, I heard doctor talking about GERD, the altosec will help me.

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I have a leaking heart valve (not serious) which causes a murmur and have been prescribed 20mg of Altosec.I don't really suffer from heartburn etc so was wondering how Altosec helps with my condition?

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what are altosec tablets used for

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what are the seide effects of altosec tablets (gas?)

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the most common side effects are headaches and diarrhea ( i’ve been on altosec for 5 years now without side effects ) the more serious s-effects are vision changes, sore throat fast heartbeat and some more i did not mention.

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HI I suffer from Gerd & use Altosec I want to if any that has GERD please let me know if you get a pain in your chest

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My Gastro Surgeon also prescribed Altosec, but he instructed me to take it 30mins before any meals. only to be taken once a day. It has completely sorted my reflux and heartburn, thank goodness.

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Please advise if I can take 2 Altosec-20 per day? For now I am using 1 capsule a day for stomach acid.

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Best results 30min before food. It works by preventing acid buildup.

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Hi, I get anxiety from stressful situations and I can feel it in my stomach. Will altosec help? Thanks.

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My mums ulcer bursted a few years back can it happen again, she is taking cemetedine now

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I am on a one month course of Altosec - prescribed by my general practitioner - for gastritis (an inflamed stomach). Previously it has been prescribed to me for acid reflux which often causes heartburn as a side effect, so people suffering from frequent heartburn may also use it (as I see some people have posted.)

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I had pain in the chest,thot it was associated wth heart since it worsened when i was emotionally stressed but doctor said its GERD,so yeah i had chest pains also n gave me Altosec amng other anti acids

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My husband was prescribed Altosec one in the morning just before meals.

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Is Altosec safe to use during pregnancy?

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omeprazole a ppi for GERD ; hyper-acidity ; esophageal reflux ; gastric ulcer reduces the amount of protons your gastric lining pumps out so increases the pH - reducing the acidity

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