Brand name: Omeprazole IV (Sandoz) TM
Active ingredients: omeprazole
What it is used for
Short-term use when omeprazole cannot be administered orally for, or during, the following conditions. Treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and ulcerative oesophagitis. Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Long-term prevention of relapse in healed severe reflux oesophagitis (grades 3 and 4), and gastric and duodenal peptic ulceration in patients proven to be Helicobacter pylori negative whose ulceration is not associated with ingestion of NSAIDs, when oral therapy is not possible. Omeprazole Sandoz IV should be replaced with oral therapy as soon as practicable
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
White to almost white powder.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient omeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems