Product Details
- Omiz Plus 40/1100 is a proton pump inhibitor capsule containing omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate, used to reduce stomach acid and relieve conditions such as heartburn, ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
- The 40 mg omeprazole and 1100 mg sodium bicarbonate combination is designed to both suppress acid production and rapidly neutralize existing acid in the stomach.
- It is indicated for short-term and long-term management of acid-related disorders including gastric and duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and pathological hypersecretory conditions like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
- Omiz Plus is manufactured by Tabuk Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Co. and comes in a pack of 28 capsules for adult use.
Key Features:
- Dual-Action Formula: Combines omeprazole 40 mg to inhibit acid secretion with sodium bicarbonate 1100 mg to quickly neutralize stomach acid.
- Indicated Uses: Used for treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, GERD, erosive esophagitis, pathological hypersecretory conditions, and as part of therapy for Helicobacter pylori infection.
- Proton Pump Inhibition: Omeprazole works by irreversibly blocking the H+/K+ ATPase (proton pump) in gastric parietal cells, reducing production of hydrochloric acid.
- Rapid Symptom Relief: Sodium bicarbonate component helps provide faster relief of burning chest pain and heartburn by neutralizing acid before omeprazole’s full effect is reached.
- Adult Dosage Guidance: Common adult regimens include once-daily dosing, such as 20–40 mg omeprazole per day, as directed by a physician depending on the condition.
- Capsule Presentation: Supplied as easy-to-swallow capsules that should be taken whole with water, typically before food or in the morning as advised.
- Gastrointestinal Category: Classified under gastrointestinal medicines and proton pump inhibitors for acid-related disorders.
- Storage Conditions: Should be stored below 25°C in the original packaging, protected from moisture and kept out of the reach of children.
- Prescription Requirement: In many settings, requires a valid medical prescription and should be used under medical supervision, especially in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
