Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Omeprazole delayed-release capsule 20 mg (equivalent to 20.6 mg omeprazole magnesium)
Use
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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
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole
Do not use if you have:
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- trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools
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- heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
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- chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
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- frequent chest pain
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
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- had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
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- frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
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- unexplained weight loss
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- nausea or vomiting
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- stomach pain
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Directions
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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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- swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning
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- take every day for 14 days
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- do not take more than 1 capsule a day
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- do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor
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- swallow whole. Do not chew or crush capsules.
Repeated 14-Day Courses (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. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.
Other information
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- read the directions and warnings before use
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- keep the carton. It contains important information.
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- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) and protect from moisture
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- FDA approved dissolution test specifications differ from USP
