What it is used for

Omeprazole Tablets are indicated for: A. Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD): 1. Symptomatic GORD: The relief of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GORD. 2. Erosive Oesophagitis: The treatment and prevention of relapse. B. Peptic Ulcers: 1. The treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcer. 2. Combination therapy for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease associated with Heliobacter pylori infection. 3. The treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. 4. The prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients assessed as being at high risk of gastroduodenal ulcer or complications of gastroduodenal ulcer. 5. Long-term prevention of relapse in gastric and duodenal ulceration, in patients proven to be Heliobacter pylori negative, or in whom eradication is inappropriate, e.g. the elderly, or ineffective. C. Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: The treatment of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Red brown, oblong, enteric coated tablets.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Over 65?

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

• omeprazole

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient omeprazole

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

What it is used for

Omeprazole Tablets are indicated for: A. Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD): 1. Symptomatic GORD: The relief of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GORD. 2. Erosive Oesophagitis: The treatment and prevention of relapse. B. Peptic Ulcers: 1. The treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcer. 2. Combination therapy for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease associated with Heliobacter pylori infection. 3. The treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. 4. The prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients assessed as being at high risk of gastroduodenal ulcer or complications of gastroduodenal ulcer. 5. Long-term prevention of relapse in gastric and duodenal ulceration, in patients proven to be Heliobacter pylori negative, or in whom eradication is inappropriate, e.g. the elderly, or ineffective. C. Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: The treatment of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Red brown, oblong, enteric coated tablets.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Over 65?

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

• omeprazole

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient omeprazole

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.