Omez for heartburn

In case of disturbances in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, a drug such as Omeza is prescribed.

But the important question that interested people are wondering is how long can Omez be taken.

Omez or Omeprazole as it is also called, refers to medications that help normalize the production of gastric juice.

Thanks to the relief of symptoms, a person feels much better.

Increased acidity leads to the appearance of erosions and ulcers on the walls of the stomach.

Normalizing the acidity level will serve as a prevention not only for the appearance of ulcers, but also for cancer disorders in the body.

Release form

Omeprazole-Akrikhin

is a trade brand that reflects in its name the main component of the drug and the name of a chemical and pharmaceutical plant located in the Moscow region. Omeprazole is a compound with the formula C17H19N3O3S.

JSC "Akrikhin"

produces it in capsules of 20 mg, which are packaged in a cell blister of 10 pieces. At the pharmacy you can purchase a cardboard pack of medicine with one, two or three blisters and mandatory instructions.

Form of release of the drug and its effect on heartburn

Omeprazole is a time-tested drug widely used by gastroenterologists in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases accompanied by increased secretion of gastric juice. In Russia, its manufacturers are the pharmaceutical companies Canonpharma Production, Ozon, AVVA-RUS and Sintez. The medicine is available in the form of hard, opaque capsules, the color of which may vary depending on the manufacturer. Inside the capsules there are spherical pellets (granules) of white or beige color. Capsules are packaged in blister packs of 10 pieces. Inside the cardboard box there are 2 or 3 blisters and instructions from the manufacturer.

The active ingredient of the drug is omeprazole, the dosage of which in each capsule is 20 mg. The list of auxiliary components of the drug includes gelatin, glycerol, sodium lauryl sulfate, nipazole, nipagin, titanium dioxide and water.

Heartburn is a concomitant symptom of diseases of the digestive system that develop as a result of increased production of gastric juice. The use of omeprazole can reduce daytime and nighttime secretion of gastric juice and thereby eliminate the main cause of heartburn. The clinical effect of the drug is observed when taken once a day. The maximum effect of the active component occurs 4 days after the start of therapy. Omeprazole not only helps against heartburn, but also helps eliminate belching, nausea, reduces the intensity of pain in the stomach, accelerates the healing of the mucous membrane of the digestive tract affected by the inflammatory process, and prevents the development of peptic ulcers.

Composition of the medicine

Yellow-green capsules made from titanium dioxide, delatin, iron oxide, indigotine, in addition to the active substance, contain:

• mannitol;
• sodium lauryl sulfate;
• lactose;
• diethyl phthalate;
• methacrylic acid copolymer;
• povidone;
• calcium carbonate;
• propylene glycol;

The complex composition inside the capsules is represented by white or yellowish granules.

Capsules should not be opened because their shell protects the contents from the acidic gastric environment.

Medicinal substances need to “get” the medicinal substances to the alkaline environment of the intestine. Here they are safely absorbed into the blood.

Therapeutic effect

Omeprazole-Akrikhin treats such serious ailments as:

reflux of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus, called reflux esophagitis;

All indications for the drug are united by excessive acidity in the gastrointestinal tract, manifested by heartburn, belching, and severe pain.

In the instructions for the drug you can read that Omeprazole-Akrikhin is a proton pump inhibitor. For the average person, a mysterious combination of words means that the active component of the drug reduces the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach by blocking the functional protein in the mucosa responsible for the movement of protons through the cell membranes.

Due to this action, the occurrence of hydrochloric acid is reduced, regardless of what causes it. After taking even an Omeprazole tablet, acidity normalizes within 0.5-3.5 hours and the patient’s well-being becomes significantly better.

Omeprazole is taken once a day, since the effect of 1 capsule lasts for 23 hours.

Pharmacists guarantee that after 4 days the drug will reach its maximum effect, which is lost just as quickly after stopping use.

The chemical compound easily penetrates the cells of the stomach and is just as easily excreted - with bile or kidneys within an hour, after being broken down in the liver. If the functioning of the liver and kidneys is impaired, then the excretion of the drug’s components and breakdown products is significantly reduced.

Is it possible to take omeprazole constantly?

Hydrochloric acid is produced in the parietal (lining) cells of the stomach.

In a number of diseases, excess acidity leads to damage to the mucous membrane of the stomach, intestines and esophagus, causing inflammation and damage (ulcer formation).

Diseases of this etiology are accompanied by pain, heartburn, and stool disorders. Diagnosed increased acidity of gastric secretions is an indication for the prescription of PPIs - proton pump inhibitors, which include Omeprazole.

Positive effect

Omeprazole, entering the stomach, is activated in the excretory tubules of these cells and blocks the final stage of acid formation at the molecular level. Regular use of the medicine allows you to achieve a lasting reduction in the acidity of gastric juice and get rid of many unpleasant symptoms. The effect of the drug begins within the first hour after administration and lasts up to 24 hours.

Due to its ability to reduce the acidity of gastric secretions, Omeprazole helps:

• reliably relieve acute pain in the stomach and other parts of the gastrointestinal tract;
• get rid of heartburn attacks;
• as part of complex therapy - accelerate the healing of damage to the mucous membranes, relieve inflammation;
• reduce digestive discomfort, stop the feeling of nausea, stop attacks of sour belching.

Therefore, the drug is prescribed for a variety of pathologies - it is used in the complex treatment of gastrointestinal ulcers, gastritis with high acidity, reflux esophagitis and other diseases.

According to the instructions, the recommended duration of therapy is up to 8 weeks.

Many patients have a question: is Omeprazole harmful if taken for a long time? The answer is known and confirmed by research.

Negative Impact

For various diseases, the prescribed course of PPI (proton pump inhibitor) ranges from 2 to 8 weeks , at the discretion of the attending physician. Exceeding the recommended duration of use is dangerous to health.

Omeprazole is a potent drug, its use has contraindications and can cause side effects. The likelihood of complications increases with long-term use.

What is the harm from Omeprazole? Let's take a closer look:

• Acid in the stomach, along with digestive enzymes, is responsible for the quality digestion of food.
  A decrease in the acidity of gastric secretions leads to a deterioration in the absorption of nutrients. Therefore, with long-term use of drugs that block the secretion of hydrochloric acid, hypovitaminosis and anemia develop. There is a high probability of various diseases caused by a lack of important vitamins and microelements;
• Long-term suppression of gastric acidity provokes the development of various infectious diseases, both in the lumen of the gastrointestinal tract and beyond;
• If you take Omeprazole for a long time, protein compounds accumulate in the body's cells.
  This impairs functioning processes and accelerates cell aging;
• Exceeding the recommended course of intake has a negative effect on the functioning of the kidneys and liver, and brain and cardiac activity worsens. Constant use of the drug, especially in old age, can provoke the development of dementia and heart attacks.

Thus, all the negative consequences of long-term use of Omeprazole are due to two main reasons:

• Deterioration in the absorption of vital substances from food (iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamins and others);
• Accumulation of toxic compounds in body cells and deterioration of their functioning.

It is important to adhere to the treatment regimen prescribed by your doctor - this will minimize possible complications. The doctor should decide how long Omeprazole can be taken without interruption, based on the individual clinical picture.

Harm of continuous use of the drug

Many patients, having experienced the positive effect of using omeprazole drugs, cannot refuse their use.

Taking medications that reduce gastric acidity becomes a daily necessity for them. This is a very dangerous trend.

Studies have shown that if you take Omeprazole continuously for more than a year, the following diseases are highly likely to develop:

• Gynecomastia;
• Myopathy;
• Kidney and liver failure;
• Anemia (iron deficiency);
• Osteoporosis (leaching of calcium from bones);
• Oncological diseases;
• Gastric polyposis;
• Neuropathy;
• Edema.

Reviews from people who have taken omeprazole-based drugs (Omez, Ortanol and others) for a long time confirm this information.

Mode of application

Taking the drug is usually associated with breakfast

- before or after.
Omeprazole-Akrikhin is taken orally, swallowing the capsules whole and washing down with water. The correct dosage helps to get rid of the disease faster. It differs depending on the diagnosis:

With the correct dosage, which is determined and prescribed by a specialist, the medicine treats painful symptoms in a short time. If the recommendations of the doctor and the manufacturer were not followed, then in the near future you will have to find out what the signs of an overdose are.

These are dry mouth, drowsiness, nausea, headache, blurred vision, tachycardia. Treatment of the consequences of exceeding the dose is prescribed in accordance with the symptoms. The instructions comment: hemodialysis in this case is not effective.

In what cases is the drug contraindicated?

Despite all the effectiveness of Omeprazole-Akrikhin, which provides symptomatic relief and recovery, it is not approved for everyone. The reasons for the ban are clearly stated:

1. Individual sensitivity
   to the components of the drug. An allergic reaction can include a rash, hives, swelling, fever, and even anaphylactic shock.
2. Carrying a child
   . Studies of the effect of omeprazole on pregnant women have identified the risk of complications both in the mothers themselves and in the children born to them. Treatment is prescribed only when the benefit outweighs the threat to health.

Side effects

Does the patient have any restrictions on the use of the medicine? Then treatment can begin, but keep in mind: one thing is treated, another is crippled. Omeprazole-Akrikhin has a rather large list of side effects, which you should also familiarize yourself with before using it. After therapy you may experience:

• diarrhea or constipation;
• nausea;
• stomatitis;
• abdominal pain;
• liver dysfunction;
• decrease in the number of leukocytes, platelets, red blood cells in the blood;
• dizziness;

The longer the treatment, the more persistent the side effects become. Omeprazole is not life-threatening, but it can cause discomfort. Although the fact that a beneficial effect is simultaneously achieved should reassure patients.

Combination with other medications

The result of treatment is influenced by a complex of drugs, and their chemical components influence each other. What can Omeprazole-Akrikhin be taken with at the same time, and what shouldn’t it be taken with it?

Research data is shown in the table:

Omeprazole alters the effectiveness of drugs whose action is dependent on pH

. Moreover, it can both reduce the therapeutic result and enhance it.

It is not recommended to combine Omeprazole-Akrikhin simultaneously with alcoholic drinks that neutralize its effect.

During its use, the drug has earned positive reviews.

Another advantage is low cost

facilities. The difference in price in pharmacies is small - a package with 30 capsules of Omeprazole-Akrikhin can be purchased for less than 100 rubles. A good reason to prefer this particular medicine, given its time-proven effectiveness.

Omeprazole is an effective remedy for heartburn and a number of pathologies that provoke the symptom. The drug is a well-known representative of the group of proton pump inhibitors, which reduces the production of hydrochloric acid, and is presented in capsules - tablets are not available. The pain and burning sensation stops an hour after using the medication.

Indications for use and contraindications

The medicine is intended for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the digestive system.

The instructions for use describe in detail for which diseases taking the medicine is appropriate:

• For gastric ulcers and during exacerbations.
• Reflux esophagitis.
• Pancreatic adenoma, gastrinoma.
• Against heartburn lasting more than 48 hours.
• For inflammation of the pancreas.
• Oncological diseases in the stomach.

The medication is taken for heartburn caused by diseases. The medicine is intended for the prevention and treatment of diseases and is available in various dosages.

Application

A proton pump inhibitor, in a small dose of 10 mg, is allowed to be taken to eliminate burning in the esophagus if the cause is poor diet or abuse of spicy foods. The medicine is well tolerated by patients and eliminates discomfort for a long time, which distinguishes the medicine from drugs from the antacid group.

Treatment with over-the-counter medications should not exceed 14 days.

A burning sensation in the esophagus is a sign of pathological processes in the gastrointestinal tract, which develop due to increased production of gastric juice. Omeprazole is an effective remedy; the medication reduces the secretion of gastric juice at night and during the day. The inhibitor eliminates belching and nausea. If your stomach hurts, the medicine eliminates the pain.

The medication should be used for heartburn:

• To quickly eliminate the unpleasant sensation, the medicine should be taken once.
• Prevention of burning in the esophagus in gastrointestinal pathologies - no more than seven days.
• Prevention of burning, if the symptom was not caused by a disease of the digestive system - no more than 14 days.
• Burning of the esophagus with an ulcer - treat with an inhibitor for no more than four weeks.

It is not recommended to take the inhibitor constantly. If the condition does not improve after taking one capsule, or the symptoms do not disappear after correcting the diet, you should consult a doctor.

How long can you take Omeprazole?

To avoid the occurrence of adverse reactions, you can use the medicine for no longer than 60 days. Moreover, this must be done only under the supervision of a medical specialist.

He will select the necessary method of rehabilitation therapy for a specific disease.

Is it possible to take Omez on a regular basis?

It is not recommended to use Omeprazole on a regular basis. It is necessary to take a break for several months.

It is impossible to restore the body with the help of one drug; complex treatment is necessary. Self-medication can negatively affect a person’s health.

How to take the drug

Before prescribing the medication, the doctor prescribes an examination for the patient to exclude or identify pathologies for which Omeprazole is not recommended. Such diseases include intestinal infection and malignant tumor.

The medication is taken twice a day, before meals. In the morning it is permissible to take it with food. You need to know how long you can take the medicine and in what dosage the medicine is acceptable for pathology. These indicators are determined by the attending physician. Often the course lasts from two weeks to two months.

As a prevention of burning sensation, the drug is prescribed 20 mg in the morning and evening before meals. The duration of use depends on the reasons that provoked the symptom:

• Heartburn was caused by a temporary disruption of the functioning of the digestive organs - the course of treatment is from 5 to 7 days.
• The symptom is not caused by pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract - from 10 days to two weeks.
• Heartburn is caused by a stomach ulcer - the medicine is taken for up to a month.
• The form of the disease is severe - the period of admission is increased to three months.

The daily dosage is prescribed by the doctor, based on the severity of the pathology. Constantly taking medicine against heartburn due to poor diet is not recommended by experts. With a long course of treatment, the dosage is reduced gradually, as the drug is addictive.

Daily dose of the drug for diseases:

• For ulcers, no more than 20 mg per day, for prevention 10 mg.
• Dyspeptic syndrome 10-20 mg.

Capsules cannot be divided and cannot be chewed. Take the required dose with a small amount of water.

If the patient is in serious condition, in intensive care, Omeprazole is administered into the stomach through a catheter.

Recommendations for use and method of use

The use of Omeprazole for heartburn is recommended for patients suffering from:

• peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, which developed as a result of poor nutrition, stress, taking certain medications, etc.;
• erosive and ulcerative lesions of the gastric mucosa caused by Helicobacter pylori (in combination with antibiotics, antimicrobial and antiulcer drugs);
• gastroesophageal reflux disease;
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Instructions for use advise using Omeprazole orally. Capsules should be taken in the morning 30 minutes before breakfast, without chewing and with a small amount of water. If the patient is recommended to take the drug twice, the second dose should be taken 2 hours after dinner (best before bed). To achieve recovery, the use of Omeprazole should be combined with a therapeutic diet. The daily dosage and frequency of taking the drug is determined by the doctor.

Omeprazole helps relieve heartburn after the first use, but in order to achieve a lasting clinical effect, the patient will need to undergo a full course of treatment with the drug. The duration of use of capsules depends on the disease that caused heartburn, and can range from 10 days to 6 months.

Advantages and side effects

The main advantage of the remedy is its ability to quickly eliminate the symptom and cope with the disease that caused heartburn. The burning goes away after an hour, the pain after two. Symptoms do not return within 12 hours. Well tolerated.

Side effects

A side effect is present if you do not follow the dosage or do not follow the doctor’s recommendations for use. Malfunction of the digestive organs is expressed by:

• Unsteady stool.
• Dry mucous membranes in the mouth.
• Gas formation in the gastrointestinal tract.
• Nausea, vomiting, pain.
• Liver dysfunction.

• Increased sweating.
• Decrease in the number of platelets and leukocytes in the blood.
• Pain in muscles and joints.
• Autoimmune disease of the nervous system.
• Impaired visual acuity.
• Photophobia, acute allergic reaction.
• Skin rashes.
• Weakness.

Patients with nervous disorders may experience depression, irritability, headache, and weakness after use. Hallucinations, insomnia, and anxiety occur.

In rare cases, an allergic reaction in the form of angioedema, spasms, anaphylactic shock.

Analogs

The representative of the group of inhibitors has many analogues that have a similar effect and are affordable. If not available, it is allowed to replace with medications:

• Omez – capsules, active substance Omeprazole. There are excipients that soften the effect of the medication.
• Omeprazole-Akrikhin.
• Ultop is a two-color capsule with the active substance Omeprazole. Also available in the form of injectable powder. It differs from the original in that it is approved for people with impaired liver function.
• Lansoprazole - the drug is effective, like the original, it suppresses the production of hydrochloric acid, but heals stomach ulcers better.
• Rabeprazole is more effective than the original in suppressing the symptoms of the disease.

How long can Omeprazole be used without interruption?

Like any other medicine, Omez can harm the body if you self-medicate and do not follow the norm when taking pills.

It is also not advisable to take it for a long time. You should stop taking it on the same day when the symptoms stop.

In severe advanced stages, it is recommended to take the drug intravenously. To eliminate acute gastritis, it is necessary to use the medicine in capsules.

You need to drink them twice a day: before meals in the morning and in the evening before bed.

The course of treatment should be completed within 30 days; if the disease is not advanced, then it must be reduced.

Also, the course of treatment is that the medicine must be taken every day.

In some cases, doctors recommend taking Omez in capsule form for prophylactic purposes in the presence of diseases of the digestive tract. In this case, you need to drink one capsule per day.

General description and effect

The main property of Omeprazole-Akrikhin is that it is able to reduce the acidity of gastric secretions. The effect occurs within the first 60 minutes after administration.

The duration of action is one day. After you stop taking the capsules, the acid-forming activity of the stomach is restored after 3-5 days.

The main active ingredient omeprazole is 90% bound to blood proteins, and its bioavailability is only 40%. The components of the drug are excreted in the urine.

The presented remedy helps cure ulcers and their exacerbations, and also produces the following effect:

• reduces the acidity of the stomach, as it inhibits the secretion of hydrochloric acid (the internal environment becomes less aggressive);
• regulates the production of food enzymes and gastric juice;
• relieves heartburn;
• has a detrimental effect on Helicobacter pylori;

• eliminates pain syndrome;
• prevents the occurrence of any complications;
• restores the gastric mucosa.

Note! Akrikhin-Omeprazole is prescribed only by the attending physician. The drug is a prescription drug. You won't be able to buy it freely at a pharmacy.

Indications, contraindications for use and side effects

The presented medicine has the following indications for use:

• Esophagitis (erosive-ulcerative).
• Pancreatitis.
• Gastrointestinal ulcer caused by stress, which is in the acute stage.
• Gastritis, as well as heartburn, lasting several days in a row.
• Pancreatic adenoma (ulcerogenic).
• Reflux gastroesophagitis.

• Zollinger-Ellison pathology.
• Activation of Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
• Systemic mastocytosis.

However, there are certain contraindications for using the product.

For example, it is highly not recommended to drink capsules for pregnant women, as well as nursing mothers, children, and people with hypersensitivity to the drug. Salmonellosis and osteoporosis are considered contraindications.

As for side effects, they may be as follows:

• general weakness, dizziness;
• abdominal pain;
• increased irritability;
• muscle or joint pain;
• bronchospasm, anaphylactic shock, allergic rash or itching.

Important! Despite the fact that the drug treats peptic ulcers, it should be taken with caution in patients with kidney or liver failure. While using the product, you should not drive a car or engage in work that requires increased attention.

Contraindications to the use of the drug

There are cases in which the use of a drug such as Omez is strictly prohibited. For example:

1. Individual intolerance to the ingredients of the drug.
2. Impaired functioning of the liver and kidneys. These organs belong to the excretory system, so when taking medications, a large load is directed specifically at them. Chronic or acute diseases may occur.
3. Children. In general, it is not recommended to use Omez for children of any age, but there are a number of examples in which the doctor believes that the beneficial effect is much greater than the side effect.

It works especially well when used with Phosphalugel. It protects the walls of the stomach from the negative effects of aggressive components of Omeza.

Application features, analogues and user reviews

It is already clear what Omeprazole helps with. However, it is important to know how to take it correctly. The dosage of the medicine is as follows:

Note! The maximum dose of the drug per day is 120 mg (in particularly difficult cases). The course of treatment is determined by the doctor. On average it is 4-8 weeks.

Treating ulcers is what Omeprazole is most often prescribed for. However, it is not suitable for everyone. In this case, it is allowed to use analogues (after consultation with a doctor): Omez, Rabeprazole, Omitox, Pantoprazole. Reviews are often positive.

Users report a quick and long-lasting effect in the fight against heartburn and gastritis. I am pleased with the quick elimination of pain, as well as the low price of the product.

If another drug or Omeprazole-Akrikhin is prescribed, the instructions for use should be read before taking it. This will avoid unwanted consequences.

Restrictions on the use of Omez

It is necessary to take Omez especially carefully if the patient’s age exceeds 50 years.

The problem is that with long-term use of the drug, improper distribution of Calcium may occur.

In this regard, there may be a risk of bone depletion and the risk of bone fracture.

Do not take the medicine during pregnancy and lactation. It is also not advisable for children under one year of age to use Omez.

Sometimes the disease goes away with hidden symptoms or patients take medications to eliminate pain.

Therefore, it is recommended to take medications only after consultation with a doctor and a thorough examination. This is necessary to prevent the occurrence of cancer.

Omez can be purchased at a pharmacy even without a doctor’s prescription at any pharmacy.

But it is necessary to consult if, in addition to medications, the patient additionally takes:

1. Ampicillin.
2. Phentytoin.
3. Disulfiram.
4. Diazepam.
5. Blood thinners.
6. Nutritional supplements that contain iron.
7. Medicines for the treatment of AIDS.

You should immediately consult a doctor if, after taking Omeprazole, swelling of the tissues in the throat, face or tongue, breathing problems, or allergies occurs.

It is advisable to call an ambulance if the following problems arise: suffocation, dizziness, severe cough, involuntary contraction of muscle tissue, spasms.

It is also necessary to stop taking the drug if you have diarrhea, nausea, pain in the abdomen, sneezing, swelling of the nasopharyngeal tissue, or a sharp increase in temperature.

Headaches, bloating, and vomiting may also occur.