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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

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Composition :

OMEPRAZOLE-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

ANTACIDS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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FAQs

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is a type of medicine called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Proton pumps are enzymes in your stomach lining that help it make acid to digest food. Omeprazole prevents the proton pump from working properly. This reduces the amount of acid the stomach makes, relieving symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

Prolonged intake of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may weaken your bone and lower haemoglobin level. Your doctor may prescribe you Vitamin B-12 for enhancing haemoglobin and calcium/vitamin D/magnesium supplements for bone health.

Prolonged intake of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may lead to atrophic gastritis (inflammation of stomach cells), Vitamin B12 deficiency and weakening of bones or osteoporosis (loss of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D). Your doctor may prescribe calcium, vitamin D or haemoglobin enhancing medications to cope with long term side effects.

No. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is not prescribed for stomach cancer. Do not take Ocid QRS 20 Tablet until your doctor has prescribed you. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is only indicated for the treatment of hyperacidity, acid reflux symptoms (GERD), heartburn and Zollinger Ellison syndrome.

No. Gas and acidity are two different common discomforts. Acidity is caused when improper functioning of the valve (sphincter) is located at the junction of the stomach and food pipe. As a result stomach acid backflows and enters the upper part of the food pipe causing heartburn. On the other hand, gas is the result of the digestion of the food and drinks eliminating gases like carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, methane, etc. from the body.

Yes. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet can alter certain medical tests like neuroendocrine tumours (secretin stimulation test), and urine screening tests for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). So before undergoing such diagnostics test contact your doctor.

No. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet prevents excess production of stomach acid, causing acid reflux and heartburn. If blood is coming in your stool or mucous, immediately contact the doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol with Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may cause dehydration and elevate the level of stomach acid thereby decreasing its efficiency. So try to avoid, limit alcohol or contact doctor before intake of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Ocid QRS 20 Tablet affects the baby or not. So, contact a doctor before intake of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet passes into the breast milk. However, no evidence of risk has been reported. Please consult your doctor before intake of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Driving

Caution

In some cases, Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepy, or blur vision. If you observe these symptoms do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Caution

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet should be taken with precaution in patients with liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Patients with kidney disease should consult a doctor before taking Ocid QRS 20 Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet should not be prescribed for children under 1 years of age. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is generally prescribed from 1-12 years of children for the treatment of acid-related damage of the food pipe (erosive esophagitis).

About Ocid QRS 20 Tablet

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor (PPIs), which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcer, and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to pancreatic tumour).

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet contains omeprazole, which helps reduce stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase or gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the stomach wall cells and is responsible for releasing gastric acid secretion. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. An adult taking Ocid QRS 20 Tablet might have common side effects like stomach pain, gas formation (flatulence), nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headache. Respiratory system problems can be reported in some children (more than 1 year) using Ocid QRS 20 Tablet . These side effects are temporary and may get resolved after some time; however, if this side persists, contact the doctor.

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet should not be given to the patient suffering from Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, are allergic to Ocid QRS 20 Tablet , or will have an endoscopy in the future. Ask your doctor if you should stop taking Ocid QRS 20 Tablet a few weeks before your endoscopy as it may hide some of the problems that would be spotted during an endoscopy. Prolonged use of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine due to loss of magnesium. Avoid using Ocid QRS 20 Tablet with St John’s Wort (plant-based antidepressant), rifampin (antibiotic) and methotrexate (anti-cancer and anti-arthritis medicine) due to the severe drug interaction.

Uses of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet

Stomach ulcers, Acid reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - GERD), Hyperacidity, Zollinger Ellison syndrome

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Medicinal Benefits

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is effective at healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of food pipe), relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, stomach ulcers. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid). It can be prescribed to all age groups, including special populations like the elderly, pregnant mothers, and kidney and liver disease patients. Usually, no dosage adjustment is required for these groups. It should not be given to children less than one year of age as no clinical studies have been done.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Ocid QRS 20 Tablet in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack.Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Side Effects of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Gas formation (flatulence)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Ocid QRS 20 Tablet should not be given to the patient suffering from Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Ocid QRS 20 Tablet is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, are allergic to Ocid QRS 20 Tablet or will have an endoscopy in the future. Ask your doctor if you should stop taking Ocid QRS 20 Tablet a few weeks before your endoscopy as it may hide some of the problems that would be spotted during an endoscopy. Prolonged use of Ocid QRS 20 Tablet may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine due to loss of magnesium. Avoid using Ocid QRS 20 Tablet with St John’s Wort (plant-based antidepressant), rifampin (antibiotic) and methotrexate (anti-cancer and anti-arthritis medicine) due to the severe drug interaction.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • WARFARIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • ATAZANAVIR
  • NELFINAVIR
  • AMPICILLIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • DIGOXIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid intake of acid or heartburn triggering foods or drinks like onions, peppermint, chocolate, caffeinated beverages, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes and high-fat and spicy foods.
  • Before going to sleep try to raise your bedhead so that your head and chest are higher than your feet. Do not use piles of pillows, instead, one raised block is fine. This will not allow the stomach acid to backflow through your food pipe.
  • Avoid taking alcohol and smoking cigarette. Alcohol can raise the level of production of stomach acid leading to heartburn and acid reflux. On the other hand, nicotine smoking damages the valve (sphincter) which prevents backflow of the stomach acid back into the food pipe.
  • Include high fibre containing foods, berries, cherries, leafy green veggies (kale, spinach) and black peppers in your meal. These foods are full of antioxidant, calcium and vitamin B 12 that can help cope with the long term effects of the medicine. Fermented dairy products like miso, sauerkraut, and kimchi contain probiotics which help in the prevention of excess stomach acid production. Cranberry juice can be beneficial in the peptic ulcer and H Pyroli infection.
  • Avoid regular sitting continuously, as it can increase stomach acid production. Try to take a break of 5 minutes in 1 hour by brisk walking or stretching.

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