Omeford 20 mg Capsule

Omeford 20 mg Capsule is an oral prescription capsule that contains omeprazole 20 mg in each capsule. Omeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class, which reduces the amount of acid the stomach makes. It is used to treat acid-related conditions such as heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers. Omeford 20 mg Capsule may also be used in certain patients to help prevent ulcers caused by some medicines when a doctor recommends it.

How it works: Omeprazole in Omeford 20 mg Capsule blocks the proton pumps in the stomach lining that release acid. By lowering stomach acid, the capsule helps relieve burning, protect irritated tissue, and allow ulcers or inflammation to heal.

Omeford 20 mg Capsule is a standard-strength omeprazole capsule that fits common once-daily dosing for many adults. It may be chosen when a prescriber wants a lower-to-standard acid-reducing dose rather than a stronger regimen, or when symptoms and the diagnosis call for 20 mg rather than a higher strength. Because this is the 20 mg capsule, it is not meant to be adjusted on your own if you need more symptom control.

• Heartburn and acid reflux
• GERD symptom control
• Healing of erosive esophagitis
• Duodenal or gastric ulcers
• Prevention of acid-related injury in selected patients

• Swallow Omeford 20 mg Capsule whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or open it unless your pharmacist specifically says the capsule may be opened.
• Take it before a meal, usually before breakfast, because omeprazole works best when taken before eating.
• If you take it once daily, try to take it at the same time each day.
• Do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose unless your prescriber or pharmacist tells you to do so.
• Follow the exact duration your doctor prescribed, even if symptoms improve sooner.

Each Omeford 20 mg Capsule provides 20 mg of omeprazole. Many adults take this strength once daily, but some conditions may require a different schedule under a doctor’s direction, and the maximum daily amount depends on the reason for treatment and the prescriber’s instructions. Your doctor decides the right dose, how often to take it, and how long you should stay on Omeford 20 mg Capsule.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Omeprazole may include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Gas or bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low magnesium, osteoporosis, or a history of vitamin B12 deficiency.
• Use caution if you are taking clopidogrel, since omeprazole can reduce how well it works.
• Long-term use may raise the risk of low magnesium, bone fractures, or vitamin B12 deficiency in some people.
• Seek medical help if heartburn lasts more than 3 months, returns often, or is accompanied by trouble swallowing, weight loss, or vomiting.
• Do not use this capsule for immediate relief of sudden heartburn; it is not an instant antacid.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning surgery.
• If you have black stools, vomiting, or severe stomach pain, get checked promptly rather than continuing self-treatment.

• Clopidogrel
• Warfarin
• Methotrexate
• Digoxin
• Ketoconazole or itraconazole

Store Omeford 20 mg Capsule in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light, and keep it out of reach of children.