Relocid-20 20 mg

Indication

Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, Helicobacter pylori eradication (in combination), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Reduces stomach acid secretion by inhibiting the proton pump.

Ingredients

• Omeprazole 20 mg

Direction

Adults: one capsule once daily before a meal, or as directed by the physician. Swallow whole; do not crush or chew. Duration of treatment as per the condition being treated.

Side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• Constipation
• flatulence
• Hypomagnesemia with prolonged use
• Increased fracture risk with long
• term high
• dose use

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to omeprazole or other proton pump inhibitors.
• Long
• term use may be associated with low magnesium levels and increased fracture risk.
• Consult a doctor if symptoms persist after 4 weeks.
• Prescription only.