What is omeprazole?
Omeprazole belongs to
a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. Omeprazole decreases the amount
of acid produced in the stomach.It is used to treat symptoms of
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess
stomach acid. It is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage
to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).It may also be given together with
antibiotics to treat gastric ulcer caused by infection with helicobacter pylori
(H. pylori).It should be administer on an empty stomach at least 1 h before a
meal.For patients who have difficulty swallowing capsules, the contents of a
delayed-release capsule can be added to a tablespoon of applesauce in a bowl.The
pellets should be mixed with the applesauce and swallowed immediately with a
glass of cool water.The applesauce should be soft enough to swallow without
chewing and should not be heated. The omeprazole pellets should not be chewed
or crushed. Do not store the pellets/applesauce mixture for future use.
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