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Oracap is a gastrointestinal drug, containing the main ingredient Omeprazole, 20mg content and is made in the form of hard capsules. To better understand the use of the drug as well as unwanted effects during the use of Oracap, you can refer to the article below.
1. Indications for taking Oracap
Oracap drug is indicated for the treatment of the following pathologies:
Treatment and support for the prevention of recurrence of gastric and duodenal ulcers. Treatment and prevention of recurrent reflux esophagitis. Long-term treatment of gastric hypersecretion due to Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
2. Uses of Oracap
Oracap has the main active ingredient Omeprazole, a specific inhibitor that works by blocking the enzyme system of Hydrogen-potassium Adenosine Triphosphatase, also known as the proton pump H + K + ATPase of gastric parietal cells.Oracap is decomposed in an acidic environment, so the drug is prepared in the form of hard capsules, which are well absorbed in the duodenum and small intestine.
Oracap is bioavailable 1 hour after oral administration, peaks in plasma concentrations after 2 hours and is completely absorbed after 3 to 6 hours.
The half-life of Oracap is approximately 40 minutes and does not change during treatment.
3. Dosage - How to take Oracap
Dosage in the article is for reference only, the specific dose depends on the age and medical condition of the patient. Follow the exact dose prescribed by your doctor.
Gastric ulcer - duodenal: Oral dose 20mg / time / day x 2-4 weeks. Reflux gastritis: Oral dose of 20mg/time/day x 4-8 weeks, then can be increased to 40mg/day in patients resistant to other therapies. Long-term treatment of gastric hypersecretion in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Oral dose of 60mg/day. Supportive treatment to prevent recurrence of gastric and duodenal ulcers: Oral dose of 20-40mg/day.
4. Contraindications to taking Oracap
Do not use Oracap in patients who have had a hypersensitivity reaction to Omeprazole or to any of the excipients contained in Oracap.
5. Side effects when taking Oracap
During the use of Oracap, patients may experience some serious side effects such as:
Nausea, vomiting; Digestive disorders ; Diarrhea; Constipation; Bloating. distention; Anaphylaxis; Skin board. If you experience any discomfort while taking Oracap, please inform your doctor immediately.
6. Oracap drug overdose and treatment direction
When taking an overdose of Oracap, patients may experience symptoms including: Digestive disorders, bloating, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash and allergies. In case of a strong reaction, the patient may go into anaphylactic shock, coma or have difficulty breathing, the family should call 911 immediately.
5. Missed dose of Oracap and treatment
Normally Oracap can be taken in about 1-2 hours compared to the indicated in the prescription. Except for other cases with strict regulations on the duration of use, it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor. However, if the time to forget the dose is too far from the time when you need to take Oracap, you should not make up for it, because it can be dangerous to the body. Please take the correct dose or consult your doctor before deciding to take the medicine if you miss a dose.
In short, Oracap is a drug in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. To ensure safe drug use, correct dosage and indications, and avoid other adverse interactions, patients need to follow the doctor's prescription. Note, Oracap is a prescription drug, patients need to use the drug as prescribed by the doctor, absolutely do not self-treat at home.
