About omeprazole + sodium bicarbonate
Proton pump inhibitor and antacid
Used for
- Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease and erosive esophagitis.
- Reduces stomach acid in other acid-related conditions.
Usual adult dose
For GERD: 20 mg omeprazole with 1,100 mg sodium bicarbonate once daily before a meal; treatment duration varies.
Usual dose in children
Not established for this combination product.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain, nausea, or diarrhea
- Gas
- Long-term use may lower magnesium or vitamin B12.
Important warnings
- Take on an empty stomach, usually before breakfast.
- Sodium bicarbonate adds sodium; caution with heart failure, high blood pressure, or kidney disease.
- Long-term use may increase fracture, infection, and kidney problems.
- Do not exceed prescribed use; persistent symptoms need medical assessment.
Pregnancy
Use only when needed after discussion with a healthcare professional; pregnancy data for this combination are limited.
Breastfeeding
Omeprazole enters breast milk in small amounts; combination-specific evidence is limited.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of medicines needing stomach acid, including some antifungals.
- Can interact with warfarin, clopidogrel, methotrexate, and some HIV medicines.
- Sodium bicarbonate can affect absorption of other medicines; separate doses when advised.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.