Omeprazol SanoSwiss
Omeprazol SanoSwiss capsules contain omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the amount of acid in the stomach.
Form
enterokapseli, kova
Strength
20 mg
Active Ingredient
Omeprazole
Manufacturer
SanoSwiss UAB
How to Use
Dosage
Take one 20 mg capsule or two 10 mg capsules once a day for 14 days.
Method
Take the capsules in the morning, either with food or on an empty stomach. Swallow the capsules whole with half a glass of water; do not chew or crush them, as they contain coated pellets that protect the medicine from stomach acid.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 20 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Stomach and gut problems: diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, gas
- •Nausea and vomiting
- •Benign stomach polyps
RARE
- •Swelling of feet and ankles
- •Sleep problems (insomnia)
- •Dizziness, tingling, sleepiness
- •Vertigo
- •Changes in blood tests showing liver function
- •Rash, hives, and itchy skin
- •General feeling of being unwell and lack of energy
- •Changes in blood count (reduced white blood cells or platelets, causing weakness, bruising, or infection risk)
- •Allergic reactions (severe swelling of lips, tongue, throat, fever, wheezing)
- •Low sodium levels in blood (weakness, nausea, convulsions)
- •Feeling agitated, confused, or depressed
- •Taste changes
- •Vision problems (blurred vision)
- •Sudden wheezing or shortness of breath
- •Dry mouth
- •Mouth inflammation
- •Oral thrush (fungal infection)
- •Liver problems (jaundice, dark urine, fatigue)
- •Hair loss
- •Rash from sunlight exposure
- •Joint pain or muscle pain
- •Severe kidney problems (kidney failure)
- •Increased sweating
- •Changes in blood count (lack of white blood cells)
- •Aggression
- •Hallucinations
- •Severe liver problems (liver failure or brain inflammation)
- •Sudden severe rash, blistering or peeling skin (Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)
- •Muscle weakness
- •Enlargement of breasts in men
- •Inflammation of the intestine (causing diarrhea)
- •Low magnesium levels in the blood
- •Rash, possibly with associated joint pain
Important Warnings
- Do not use Omeprazol SanoSwiss for more than 14 days without talking to a doctor.
- Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not get better or if they get worse after 14 days.
- Do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole or any other proton pump inhibitors (like pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole).
- Do not use if you are taking medicines containing nelfinavir (for HIV infection).
- Stop taking this medicine and see a doctor right away if you get a severe skin rash with blistering or peeling, fever, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
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- Talk to your doctor right away if you notice any of these symptoms before or during treatment: unexplained weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain, indigestion, vomiting food or blood, black (bloody) stools, severe or ongoing diarrhea, jaundice (yellow skin/eyes), new or changed symptoms if you are over 55, or if you've had a skin reaction to similar medicines before.
- Tell your doctor if you experience kidney problems like less urine, blood in urine, fever, rash, or stiff joints.
- If you get a rash on skin exposed to sunlight, tell your doctor as soon as possible, as treatment may need to be stopped.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. For short-term use only. Consider the numerous potential interactions, especially with clopidogrel and (es)citalopram. Avoid long-term use. Long-term use carries an increased risk of adverse effects. Risk of hypomagnesemia in prolonged use. (updated 10.11.2025)