aomiz 20mg capsule
What is aomiz 20mg capsule used for?
Acid 20 Capsule (Omeprazole) is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. It contains Omeprazole (20mg), which Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Omeprazole
- Manufacturer: R.T. Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aomiz 20mg capsule Uses & Benefits
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Helicobacter pylori eradication (combination therapy), peptic ulcer disease, dyspepsia.
Off-label uses: Stress ulcer prophylaxis, eosinophilic esophagitis, laryngopharyngeal reflux, prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Omeprazole |
| Brand Name | Acid 20 Capsule |
| Manufacturer | R.T. Pharma |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Proton pump inhibitors |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the H+/K+ ATPase enzyme system at the secretory surface of gastric parietal cells.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aomiz 20mg capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aomiz 20mg capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Flatulence
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
- Bone fracture (hip, wrist, spine)
- Hypomagnesemia
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
- Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SJS, TEN)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Pancreatitis
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Bronchospasm
- Agranulocytosis
- Pancytopenia
- Gynecomastia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel | Major | Reduced antiplatelet effect due to CYP2C19 inhibition |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Cilostazol | Major | Increased cilostazol levels |
| Rilpivirine | Major | Reduced rilpivirine absorption |
| Erlotinib | Major | Reduced erlotinib absorption |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Increased phenytoin levels |
| Diazepam | Moderate | Increased diazepam levels |
| Citalopram | Moderate | Increased citalopram levels |
| Escitalopram | Moderate | Increased escitalopram levels |
| Tacrolimus | Moderate | Increased tacrolimus levels |
| Mycophenolate mofetil | Moderate | Reduced mycophenolate absorption |
| Digoxin | Minor | Possible increased digoxin absorption |
| Iron salts | Minor | Reduced iron absorption |
| Ketoconazole | Minor | Reduced ketoconazole absorption |
| Itraconazole | Minor | Reduced itraconazole absorption |
| Ampicillin esters | Minor | Reduced ampicillin absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Methotrexate
- Cilostazol
- Rilpivirine
- Erlotinib
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Phenytoin
- Diazepam
- Citalopram
- Escitalopram
- Tacrolimus
- Mycophenolate mofetil
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Digoxin
- Iron salts
- Ketoconazole
- Itraconazole
- Ampicillin esters
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food delays absorption but does not affect extent; best taken before meals.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction; alcohol may worsen gastric irritation.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to omeprazole or any component; concomitant use with rilpivirine.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Assess for symptom relief; monitor liver function tests if prolonged use; consider bone density monitoring for long-term use; check magnesium levels if prolonged use.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; symptoms may include confusion, drowsiness, blurred vision, tachycardia, nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, flushing, headache, dry mouth. Hemodialysis not effective.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.