Omee, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Omee also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Omee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Omee have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Omee go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omee is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Omee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Omee are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Omee with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omee, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omee 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 Omee is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omee safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Omee.
Is the use of Omee safe during breastfeeding?
Omee can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Omee on the Kidneys?
Omee rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omee on the Liver?
Omee may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Omee on the Heart?
Omee is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omee 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 Omee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omee habit forming or addictive?
Omee does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omee you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Omee only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Omee for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omee
Taking Omee with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omee
Consumption of alcohol and Omee together may have severe effects on your health.
Omee 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, Omee 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.
Omee is used to treat acid-related stomach problem. If gas is produced in the stomach due to excess acid, then it can be given to reduce excess acid production. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right medicines to treat excessive gas formation inside the stomach.
Rarely Omee causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen. Do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Yes, you can take Omee with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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