Omeprazole Caps (WGR) TM
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Active ingredients: omeprazole
Pack: Omeprazole Caps (WGR) 20 mg enteric capsule, 30, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OMEPRAZOLE CAPS WGR omeprazole 20 mg capsules bottle.Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
The relief of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GORD. The treatment and prevention of relapse in erosive oesophagitis. The treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcer. Combination therapy for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease associated with H. pylori infection. The treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.The prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients assessed as being at high risk of gastroduodenal ulcer or complications of gastroduodenal ulcer. Long-term prevention of relapse in gastric and duodenal ulceration, in patients proven to be H. pylori negative, or in whom eradication is inappropriate, e.g. the elderly or ineffective. The treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule
- Oral
- Opaque yellow cap and body No 2 hard gelatin capsules containing off-white (ivory) to cream-white spherical microgranules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5,7,14,15,28,30,50,56,60,90,100&500 pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
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 ?
(AHT)
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.
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
