{"product_id":"omeprazole-capsules-pom","title":"Omeprazole capsules (POM)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eOmeprazole Capsules (POM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"251\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eOmeprazole Capsules (POM)\u003c\/strong\u003e are a \u003cstrong data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"321\"\u003eproton pump inhibitor (PPI)\u003c\/strong\u003e medication used to reduce excess stomach acid. Doctors commonly prescribe them to treat \u003cstrong data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eacid-related conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"566\"\u003egastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eBy controlling acid production, Omeprazole helps relieve \u003cstrong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eheartburn, indigestion, and discomfort\u003c\/strong\u003e caused by acid irritation in the stomach or esophagus. It also promotes healing of ulcers and prevents their recurrence, making it one of the most trusted medicines for long-term acid management.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\r\\n\u003chr data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eOmeprazole\u003c\/strong\u003e works by \u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eblocking the hydrogen-potassium ATPase enzyme\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as the proton pump) in the stomach lining. This enzyme is responsible for producing gastric acid. By inhibiting it, Omeprazole significantly reduces acid secretion, thereby \u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003elowering acidity levels\u003c\/strong\u003e and allowing the stomach and esophagus to heal naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eThis mechanism provides \u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eeffective, long-lasting relief\u003c\/strong\u003e from acid-related discomfort and supports the healing of ulcerated or inflamed tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\r\\n\u003chr data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\\n\u003cul data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eReduces Stomach Acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controls excessive acid production effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eRelieves Heartburn and Indigestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eases symptoms of GERD and acid reflux.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003ePromotes Healing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aids in the recovery of stomach and duodenal ulcers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003ePrevents Recurrence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce the chances of ulcers returning.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eLong-Lasting Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides up to 24-hour protection from acid discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003chr data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\\n\u003cul data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eTake \u003cstrong data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eOmeprazole Capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e exactly as prescribed by your doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eSwallow the capsule whole with water — do not crush or chew it.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eTake it preferably \u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003ebefore a meal\u003c\/strong\u003e, usually once daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eFollow your doctor’s dosage schedule carefully, even if symptoms improve early.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eFor best results, maintain consistent timing each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003chr data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e\r\\n\r\\n\u003ch3 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absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003ePossible side effects include \u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eheadache, nausea, diarrhea, or abdominal pain\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n \t\u003cli data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e\r\\n\u003cp data-start=\"2624\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fairlifepharmacy.com\/product\/omeprazole-capsules-pom\/\"\u003eOmeprazole capsules (POM)\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"FairLife Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default 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