Losec (Omeprazole) belongs to the family of medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It slows or prevents the production of acid within the stomach.
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Accord Healthcare, Angita Pharma, Apotex, Astrazeneca, Auro Pharma
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The usual recommended dose of Losec (Omeprazole) is 10 mg to 40 mg once daily. The dose and length of treatment depends on the condition being treated. Losec (Omeprazole) can be taken with or without food and should be swallowed whole with water.
When used to treat ulcers in the duodenum, the recommended adult dose is 20 mg taken once daily for 2 to 4 weeks.
To treat ulcers in the stomach, reflux esophagitis, and ulcers associated with the use of NSAIDs, the recommended adult dose is 20 mg taken once daily for 4 to 8 weeks.
For treatment of heartburn, the recommended adult dose is 20 mg daily.
When used to treat stomach ulcers caused by H. pylori in adults, the dose of Losec (Omeprazole) is 20 mg taken 2 times daily with 1,000 mg of amoxicillin 2 times daily and 500 mg of clarithromycin 2 times daily, all for 7 days. Another dosing regimen for H. pylori infections is 20 mg of Losec (Omeprazole), 500 mg of Metronidazole, and 250 mg of clarithromycin, all twice daily for 7 days.
If your ulcer continues to bother you, your doctor may suggest that you continue taking Losec (Omeprazole) for a period of time to make sure that your ulcer is fully healed.
When treating Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, the dose of Losec (Omeprazole) varies, but is often higher than the doses used to treat ulcers. Doses larger than 80 mg daily are often needed.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to take Losec (Omeprazole) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is less than 12 hours until your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Losec (Omeprazole) at room temperature, protect it from moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
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