Odizol 20mg Tablet

Short Description

Odizol 20mg Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used in the treatment of acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as heartburn, acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Odizol 20mg Tablet is best taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly. You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee) and spicy or fatty foods.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Odizol 20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Odizol 20mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Odizol 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Odizol 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Atazanavir Cilostazol Indinavir Nelfinavir

Odizol 20mg Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which provide relief from symptoms of heartburn, acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash or fever Long-term use of Odizol 20mg Tablet can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium