Omeprazole

Generic name: omeprazole

Tablets 20 mg Drug Facts · CVS Pharmacy

Active ingredient

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treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week)
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not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

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for adults 18 years of age and older
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this product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days
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it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours
14-Day Course of Treatment
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take 1 tablet before eating in the morning
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do not crush or chew tablets
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place the tablet on tongue; tablet disintegrates, with or without water. The tablets can also be swallowed whole with water.
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take every day for 14 days
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do not take more than 1 tablet a day
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do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor
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do not take this medicine with alcohol
Repeated 14-Day Course (if needed)
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you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months
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do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor
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children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.

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