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Omeprazole

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Proton Pump Inhibitor Losec

Omeprazole - Dosage and How to Use

How should Omeprazole be used?

  • ​Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.
  • Take this medication 30 to 60 minutes before a meal. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water.
  • Contents of the capsule should not be chewed or crushed.
  • If you have swallowing difficulties, the capsule can be opened and the contents swallowed or suspended in a slightly acidic fluid e.g. fruit juice. The suspension should then be taken within 30 minutes. Alternatively you can open the capsule and swallow the contents. 
  • A liquid preparation is available in some hospitals.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.

What should I do if I overdose?

Omeprazole - Additional Information

  • Updated on 9/30/2022 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

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