equate omeprazole (omeprazole magnesium 20 mg) Dailymed
Generic: omeprazole magnesium is used for the treatment of Duodenal Ulcer Esophagitis Gastroesophageal Reflux Heartburn Stomach Ulcer Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Helicobacter Infections
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Active Ingredient (in Each Capsule)
Omeprazole delayed-release capsule 20 mg (equivalent to 20.6 mg omeprazole magnesium)
Purpose
Acid reducer
Use
• treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week)• not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole
Do not use if you have:
• trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools• heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness• chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness• frequent chest pain
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
• had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.• frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn• unexplained weight loss• nausea or vomiting• stomach painAsk a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
• your heartburn continues or worsens• you need to take this product for more than 14 days• you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months• you get diarrhea• you develop a rash or joint painIf pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-888-222-1222).
Directions
• for adults 18 years of age and older• this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days• it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours
14-Day Course of Treatment
• swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning• take every day for 14 days• do not take more than 1 capsule a day• do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor• swallow whole. Do not chew or crush capsules.
Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed)
• you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months• do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor• children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.
Other Information
• read the directions and warnings before use• keep the carton. It contains important information.• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) and protect from moisture• FDA approved dissolution test specifications differ from USP
Inactive Ingredients
FD&C yellow #6, ferric oxide, gelatin, glyceryl monostearate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, meglumine, methacrylic acid copolymer, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, shellac, sodium lauryl sulfate, sugar spheres, talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate
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THREE 14-DAY COURSES OF TREATMENT
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MINI CAPSULES
Omeprazole
Delayed-Release Capsules, 20mg
Acid Reducer
• 24 HR
Actual Size
3 Bottles Inside
20 mg
42 CAPSULES
Three 14-day courses of treatment
May take 1 to 4 days for full effect
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