Omeprazole Flashcards

1
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Drug group

A

Proton pump inhibitor

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Indications

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Active duodenal ulcer in adults
Symptomatic gastroesophagel reflux diseas
Active benign gastric ulcer

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3
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Side effects

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Nausea, vomiting, headaches, constipation

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4
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Action

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Works by reducing the proton pumps which produce acid and in turn lowers acid levels in stomach

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5
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Interactions

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Apixaban- decreases metabolism of apixaban
Clopidogrel- decreases efficiency
Digoxin- serum concentration of digoxin can be increased

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