Meprazol 20mg Capsule

Meprazol 20mg Capsule is a capsule made by Werrick Pharmaceuticals Pakistan Ltd that contains Omeprazole 20mg, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid. It is used for acid reflux (GERD), heartburn, stomach and duodenal ulcers, H. pylori infection and indigestion. Pack size: 14 capsules.

Uses of Meprazol 20mg Capsule

Meprazol 20mg Capsule is used to treat acid reflux and heartburn, inflammation of the food pipe, stomach and duodenal ulcers, and to protect the stomach in people taking NSAID painkillers. With antibiotics, it is used to clear Helicobacter pylori infection.

How Meprazol 20mg Capsule works

Omeprazole blocks the proton pumps in the stomach lining that make acid. Lower acid levels relieve burning and allow damaged tissue to heal.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Meprazol 20mg Capsule include:

• Headache
• Stomach pain, bloating or wind
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Nausea

See a doctor if you have severe watery diarrhoea that does not stop, unexplained weight loss, difficulty swallowing, or vomiting blood or black stools.

Precautions and warnings

• It works best taken before a meal, usually in the morning.
• Long-term use can lower magnesium and vitamin B12 levels and may slightly increase the risk of bone fractures, so use it only for as long as your doctor advises.
• Tell your doctor about other medicines you take, especially clopidogrel, blood thinners or HIV medicines.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using it.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

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Substitutes for Meprazol 20mg Capsule

These brands have the same salt and strength as Meprazol 20mg Capsule (Omeprazole 20mg) and come in the same form. Prices are per pack and pack sizes can differ, so compare carefully. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

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Meprazol 20mg Capsule: frequently asked questions

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.