Reflux 40MG – Omeprazole USP Capsules

Description

Product Information

• Product name: Reflux 40MG
• Generic name: Omeprazole USP
• Medicine type: Proton pump inhibitor
• Dosage form: Capsule
• Strength: 40 mg per capsule
• Pack size: 14 capsules
• Target audience: Adult stomach patients aged 18 years and above
• Price in Pakistan: PKR 468

What is Reflux 40MG?

Reflux 40MG is an acid-reducing medicine containing 40 mg of Omeprazole USP in each capsule. Omeprazole belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors, commonly called PPIs.

Reflux 40MG works by reducing the production of acid inside the stomach. Controlling excessive acid can help relieve acid reflux symptoms and support the healing of acid-related damage in the stomach, duodenum, or oesophagus.

Omeprazole delayed-release capsules are used for conditions including gastric and duodenal ulcers, symptomatic gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and pathological acid-hypersecretion disorders.

Because Reflux 40MG is a higher-strength omeprazole capsule, it should only be taken for the condition, dose, and duration determined by a qualified healthcare provider.

Uses & Benefits of Reflux 40MG

Reflux 40MG may be prescribed for the following acid-related digestive conditions:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease: Helps reduce heartburn, acid regurgitation, and irritation caused by stomach acid flowing back into the oesophagus.
• Peptic ulcers: Supports the healing of ulcers present in the stomach or duodenum.
• Erosive esophagitis: Helps manage inflammation and acid-related damage to the lining of the oesophagus.
• Helicobacter pylori-associated ulcers: May be included in a doctor-prescribed treatment plan with suitable antibiotics.
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Helps control excessive stomach-acid secretion associated with this condition.
• NSAID-associated gastric ulcers: May be prescribed to reduce ulcer risk in selected patients receiving prolonged NSAID treatment.
• Excessive stomach acid: Helps control acid-related burning and upper-abdominal discomfort when medically diagnosed.

Omeprazole may be used as part of combination therapy for ulcers associated with H. pylori. Omeprazole alone does not eradicate the infection, so patients should follow the complete antibiotic regimen prescribed by their doctor.

Who Should Use This?

Reflux 40MG is intended for stomach patients aged 18 years and above who require prescription-strength management of an acid-related condition.

A healthcare provider may consider Reflux 40MG for adults experiencing:

• Persistent or medically diagnosed GERD
• Frequent acid reflux and heartburn
• Gastric or duodenal ulcers
• Erosive inflammation of the oesophagus
• Excessive gastric-acid production
• Ulcer risk associated with prolonged NSAID use

Adults should not use Reflux 40MG repeatedly for unexplained stomach discomfort without obtaining a medical diagnosis. Improvement in acidity symptoms does not always exclude another underlying stomach condition.

How to Use / Dosage

The provided dosage guidance for Reflux 40MG is usually one capsule daily, or as directed by a healthcare provider.

General usage instructions include:

• Take Reflux 40MG exactly as prescribed.
• Omeprazole delayed-release capsules are generally taken before a meal.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water.
• Do not crush or chew the capsule.
• Take the dose at approximately the same time each day.
• Do not increase the dose without medical advice.
• Do not continue treatment longer than recommended.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless the next dose is near.
• Do not take two doses together to replace a missed dose.

Omeprazole capsules should generally be taken before meals and swallowed without chewing. Patients should not double their next dose after missing a scheduled dose.

The correct dosage of Reflux 40MG depends on the diagnosed condition. Published prescribing information lists different omeprazole doses and treatment durations for gastric ulcers, GERD, erosive esophagitis, and excessive acid-secretion disorders.

Price in Pakistan

Price in Pakistan: PKR 468

The listed Reflux 40MG price in Pakistan is PKR 468 for a pack of 14 capsules. The final selling price may vary according to the pharmacy, location, or officially applicable price updates.

Precautions & Side Effects

Before taking Reflux 40MG, inform your doctor if you:

• Are allergic to omeprazole or another proton pump inhibitor
• Have liver or kidney problems
• Are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have low magnesium, calcium, or vitamin B12 levels
• Have osteoporosis or an increased fracture risk
• Are receiving long-term treatment for another medical condition
• Take clopidogrel, digoxin, methotrexate, diuretics, rifampicin, or other prescription medicines
• Have difficulty swallowing or unexplained weight loss
• Have persistent vomiting or recurrent stomach pain

Omeprazole can interact with certain medicines, including clopidogrel and high-dose methotrexate. Patients should provide their doctor with a complete list of prescription medicines, non-prescription products, and supplements before starting treatment.

Patients and healthcare professionals in Pakistan can access medicine-safety guidance and report suspected adverse reactions through the DRAP Adverse Events Reporting System. DRAP provides reporting channels for suspected adverse events involving therapeutic products in Pakistan.

Additional information about medicine testing and drug-quality functions in Pakistan is available through the NIH Drugs Control and Traditional Medicines Division.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the price of Reflux 40MG in Pakistan?

The price of Reflux 40MG in Pakistan is PKR 468 for a pack containing 14 capsules. The final pharmacy price may vary.

Is Reflux 40MG safe for stomach patients aged 18 and above?

Reflux 40MG may be used by adults aged 18 years and above when prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional. Its safety depends on the patient’s diagnosis, medical history, other medicines, and treatment duration.

What are the uses of Reflux 40MG?

Reflux 40MG is used to reduce stomach acid in conditions such as GERD, acid reflux, peptic ulcers, erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and selected cases involving NSAID-associated ulcer risk.

Can I take Reflux 40MG daily?

Reflux 40MG may be taken once daily when specifically directed by a healthcare provider. Do not use the 40 mg strength daily for longer than prescribed without medical review.

Important Medical Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis, examination, or treatment. Use Reflux 40MG only on the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. Please consult your doctor before use.