Omeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 10mg

Omeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 10mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is commonly prescribed for acid-related stomach problems along with symptoms like nausea, bloating, and discomfort after eating.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Acidity and heartburn
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Stomach ulcers related to excess acid
• Nausea, vomiting and bloating linked with slow stomach emptying
• Discomfort caused by acid reflux affecting the food pipe

HOW IT WORKS

• Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that blocks acid-producing pumps in the stomach lining, reducing acid production
• Domperidone increases movement of the stomach and intestines, helping food pass through faster and reducing feelings of nausea
• Together they relieve both the acid symptoms and the associated digestive discomfort

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a painkiller and does not treat general body pain
• It is not meant for long-term use without medical supervision
• It does not treat infections or food poisoning
• It is not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet control in chronic acidity

How to Use Omeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 10mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily before a meal
• Swallow the tablet or capsule whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Take it at the same time each day for best results
• Do not increase the dose or use it for longer than advised
• Continue taking it even if you feel better, unless your doctor tells you to stop

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Omeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 10mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea or constipation

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Skin rash or itching
• Dry skin
• Increased appetite or weight changes
• Breast tenderness or unusual milk production

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or throat, or difficulty breathing
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea
• Muscle weakness, tremors, or uncontrolled movements
• Signs of low magnesium such as severe tiredness, muscle spasms or seizures

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Omeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 10mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to omeprazole, domperidone, or similar medicines
• Have a known heart rhythm problem
• Have a stomach or intestinal bleed or blockage
• Have moderate to severe liver disease (for domperidone)
• Are taking certain medicines that affect heart rhythm

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a heart condition
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are on long-term treatment, as bone or magnesium levels may need monitoring
• Have osteoporosis or low bone density

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Antifungal or antibiotic medicines like ketoconazole or erythromycin
• Other medicines affecting heart rhythm
• HIV medicines
• Other acid-reducing medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine daily for a long time?

Not without medical supervision; long-term use should be reviewed periodically by your doctor.

Can I take this on an empty stomach?

It is usually taken before a meal, as advised by your doctor.

Is it safe with other acidity medicines?

• Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining medicines, as interactions are possible.
• Doctor ya pharmacist se salah lein.