Omar is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Omar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omar. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Omar as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Omar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Omar's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Omar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omar related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omar contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Omar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Omar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Omar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omar is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omar safe for pregnant women?
Omar has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Omar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Omar. Immediately discontinue Omar if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Omar on the Kidneys?
Omar rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omar on the Liver?
Omar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Omar on the Heart?
Omar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omar habit forming or addictive?
Omar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Omar can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omar only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Omar for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omar
It is safe to take Omar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omar
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Omar as it can have severe side effects.
Omar should be taken 30 - 60 minute before meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some people may require to take it twice in a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before meal. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Omar is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.
Yes, Omar can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, Omar can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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