Generic: Omeprazole Mups Tablet | Dosage Form: MUPS Tablet | Manufacturer: Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Indications
Omeprazole MUPS tablet is indicated in-
- Duodenal and Gastric ulcers
- NSAID-induced gastric and duodenal ulcers
- Reflux Oesophagitis
- GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
- Eradication of H. pylori with appropriate antibiotics
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Dosage & Administration
Adult:
- GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease): 20 mg once daily for 4 weeks.
- Gastric ulcer: 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks; in severe cases Twice daily.
- Duodenal ulcer: 20 mg once daily for 2-4 weeks; in severe cases Twice daily.
- NSAID-induced ulceration: 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks.
- Reflux esophagitis: 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks; in severe cases Twice daily.
- H. pylori eradication (Omeprazole MUPS tablet with Amoxicillin and Clarithromycin or Metronidazole): 20 mg twice daily for 1 week.
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: 60 mg once daily; Usual maintenance, 20-120 mg daily.
Children over 2 years old:
- Acid regurgitation in GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease): 20 mg once daily for 2-4 week.
- Reflux esophagitis: 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks.
Interaction
Omeprazole is metabolized through CYP2C19 . When starting or stopping treatment with Omeprazole should be taken into account potential interactions with medicines which are CYP2C19 metabolized.
Contraindications
Omeprazole is contraindicated in those patients who have known hypersensitivity to any other components of the formulation.
Precautions & Warnings
Omeprazole tablet should be used carefully if the patient has severe liver dysfunction and severe renal impairment.
Therapeutic Class
Proton Pump Inhibitor
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool (below 25°C) and dry place, protected from light and moisture.