Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
*Omeprazole delayed-release capsule 20 mg (equivalent to 20.6 mg omeprazole magnesium, USP)
Purpose
Acid reducer
Uses
- •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:
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
Ask 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:
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
- •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
Keep Out of Reach of Children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
14-Day Course of Treatment
Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed)
- •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
Other information
- •read the directions and warnings before use
- •keep the carton. It contains important information.
- •Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). [See USP controlled room temperature]. Protect from moisture
Inactive Ingredients
FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, ferrosoferric oxide, gelatin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium carbonate, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, mono and di glycerides, polyethylene glycol 6000, polysorbate 80, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac, sodium stearyl fumarate, sugar spheres (starch and sucrose), talc, titanium dioxide and triethyl citrate
Questions?
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