Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR

Short Description

Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR is a prescription medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) by relieving symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation.

Dosage Form

Capsule SR

Introduction

Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR is a prescription medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) by relieving symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation. It also neutralizes the acid in the stomach and promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.

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. Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR 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.

Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Omeprazole. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines allowing the food to move more easily through the stomach. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

You have been prescribed Opera D 30mg/20mg Capsule SR for the treatment of acidity and heartburn. Take it one hour before the meal preferably in the morning. Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away. Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention. Long-term use can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.