Question 1

i took a omeprazole 20 mg otc at 2 pm today but i was put on protonix 40 ppi mg how long do i have to wait to take that new med is it 24 hours or longer,im very sensitive when taking meds,i have a stomache ulcer they said?

Accepted Answer

: You can start the protonix the next day. Once you start it the day after the omeprazole dose, take it as prescribed by your GI doctor. Good luck to you!

Question 2

how long can i take omeprazole 10 mg ? i have used it a few times during two weeks and it helped me. can i use it for several months?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can take it for months, but it is not recommended in high doses for long periods of time. Adjustments of your diet, or oral antacids may also help.

Question 3

can a kid take omeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is an effective therapy for gastroesophageal reflux.  It should be dosed according to weight, and if taken over the long term may require monitoring.

Question 4

can you take omeprazole with cbd?

Accepted Answer

CBD, and Omeprazole: CBD can cause gastrointestinal problems and loss of appetite.
Omeprazole is used for heartburn or GERD which can be due to Alcohol, Caffeine, spicy foods, or stress.
Side effects of Omeprazole can be headache, abdominal pain, nausea, flatulence, diarrhea and insomnia.
Please see a Psychiatrist for:
•	Diagnosis 
•	Therapy for stresses in your life
•	Benefits and side effects of CBD and Omeprazole.

Question 5

can i take 1 month expired omeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible that it is not as effective when it is expired but it is unlikely to be a significant difference.

Question 6

can i take omeprazole if it has expired?

Accepted Answer

Expiration: In general, recommend against use of expired medications.

Question 7

how long does it take for omeprazole to work?

Accepted Answer

Gastritis: This medication should start having an effect within 2 hours of oral intake.

Question 8

when's the best time to take losec (omeprazole)?

Accepted Answer

Lasix (furosemide)?: Lasix (furosemide) makes you pee for 6 hours, so best to take in the morning.

Question 9

what is the best time of day to take omeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Morning: Usually in the morning on an empty stomach, and do not eat for 1/2 hour after. However if yoyur symptoms are at night, then doctors may prescribe it to be taken in the evening or bedtime. Check with the doctor who prescribed it.

Question 10

will anything happen if i take too much omeprazole?

Accepted Answer

How much is 2 much?: Omeprazole is seldom prescribed at doses that exceed 40mg twice daily.  Are you questioning a single use excessive dose, or a prolonged intake of the drug? Please see my prior HealthTap answers regarding PPI-related adverse reactions.

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I took a omeprazole 20 mg otc at 2 pm today but i was put on protonix 40 ppi mg how long do i have to wait to take that new med is it 24 hours or longer,im very sensitive when taking meds,i have a stomache ulcer they said?

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How long can i take omeprazole 10 mg ? i have used it a few times during two weeks and it helped me. can i use it for several months?

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Can you take omeprazole with cbd?

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