noran cap 20 mg 10's (l)

Highlights

• Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. 

Description

Noran cap 20 MG 10's (L)

• Consist of omeprazole.
• Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Directions For Use

• Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor usually once daily before a meal. 

Warnings

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are planning a pregnancy consult your doctor before receiving this medication.

Precautions

• Before taking omeprazole tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to similar drugs (such as esomeprazole, lansoprazole, pantoprazole); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history especially of: liver disease, lupus.
• Some symptoms may actually be signs of a more serious condition. Get medical help right away if you have heartburn with lightheadedness/sweating/dizziness, chest/jaw/arm/shoulder pain (especially with shortness of breath, unusual sweating), unexplained weight loss.
• In addition, before you self-treat with this medication get medical help right away if you have any of these signs of a serious condition: trouble/pain swallowing food, bloody vomit, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, bloody/black stools, heartburn for over 3 months, frequent chest pain, frequent wheezing (especially with heartburn), nausea/vomiting, stomach pain.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).