Omelinz 20 mg Capsule

Omelinz 20 mg Capsule contains Omeprazole 20mg, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid. Made by Bosch Pharmaceuticals Ltd, it is prescribed for acid reflux (GERD), heartburn, stomach and duodenal ulcers, H. pylori infection and indigestion. Pack size: 1 x 14 capsules.

Uses of Omelinz 20 mg Capsule

Omelinz 20 mg 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 Omelinz 20 mg 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 Omelinz 20 mg 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.

Buy Omelinz 20 mg Capsule online in Pakistan

Order Omelinz 20 mg Capsule from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Omeprazole by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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.