What is this medicine used for?
Omeprazole is used for the short-term treatment and symptomatic relief of heartburn that occurs two or more days per week (frequent heartburn).
How much and how often should you use this medicine?
Adult dose:
Orally (by mouth), 1 capsule once a day 30 minutes to 1 hour before breakfast with a full glass of water
Take the medicine for 14 days.
Or, as directed by a doctor.
- Do not take more than 20 mg (1 capsule) per day.
- Do not take a 14-day course more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor.
- Capsules should be swallowed whole. Do not split, crush or chew.
- For children under 18 years old, ask a doctor.
Availability
Omeprazole 20 mg Capsule - Box of 30’s (in alu-alu foil by 10’s)