Risek 20 mg 14 capsules

What are the reasons for using Omeprazole? Omeprazole belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. They work by reducing the amount of acid produced by your stomach. Omeprazole is used to treat the following conditions: in adults: gastroesophageal reflux disease where stomach acid refluxes into the esophagus (the tube connecting your throat to your stomach) causing pain, inflammation, and heartburn. ulcers in the upper part of the intestines or stomach. ulcers infected with bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. ulcers caused by medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Omeprazole can also be used to prevent ulcer formation if you are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. increased stomach acidity due to pancreatic growth (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). in children: children over 1 year and 10 kg gastroesophageal reflux disease in children, symptoms may include returning stomach contents to the mouth, vomiting, and poor weight gain. children and adolescents over 4 years old ulcers infected with bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. Do not take Omeprazole: if you are allergic to Omeprazole or any other ingredients of this medicine. if you are allergic to medicines containing other proton pump inhibitors. precautions and warnings talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Omeprazole. Omeprazole may hide symptoms of other diseases. Therefore, if any of the following occur before starting or during treatment with Omeprazole, see your doctor immediately: losing a lot of weight without reason and having swallowing problems. experiencing stomach pain or indigestion. starting to vomit food or blood. passing black stool (blood-stained stool). if you have severe or persistent diarrhea. having serious liver problems. scheduled for a specific blood test (Chromogranin A). taking proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole, especially for more than a year, may slightly increase your risk of fracture in the hip, wrist, or spine. inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (which can increase the risk of osteoporosis). possible side effects like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. if you notice any of the following rare and serious side effects, stop taking Omeprazole and contact your doctor immediately: severe allergic reaction or symptoms of liver problems. other side effects include: headache, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, bloating, stomach polyps, swelling of the feet and ankles, disturbed sleep, skin rash and itching, feeling unwell and tired, problems with the tongue, low sodium levels in the blood, feeling confused, disoriented, or depressed, altered sense of taste, vision problems such as blurred vision, sudden ringing in the ears, dry mouth, inflammation inside the mouth, liver problems, hair loss, skin rash when exposed to sunlight, common cold. other medicines and Omeprazole tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines bought without a prescription because Omeprazole can affect how some medicines work and some medicines can affect Omeprazole. inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines: antifungal drugs, heart problems, depression, tuberculosis, HIV infection, organ transplants, mild depression, intermittent claudication, blood clots, cancer. how to take Omeprazole always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. your doctor will tell you how many capsules to take and for how long. this depends on your condition and your age. it is recommended to take your capsules in the morning. you can take the capsules with food or on an empty stomach. swallow the capsules whole with half a glass of water. do not chew or crush the capsules because they contain coated granules that prevent the medicine from breaking down in the acid in your stomach. it is important not to damage the beads. how to store Omeprazole keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton, bottle label, or blister pack after EXP. the expiry date refers to the last day of that month. do not store above 30°C. store this medicine in the original packaging (blister pack) or keep the bottle tightly closed to protect from moisture. do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste. ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines you no longer use. these measures will help protect the environment. product details: brand: Riscalk quantity: 14 capsules product model: capsules