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OMEPRAZOLE, 20mg, gastro-resistant caps.

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/481
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/12219
STD DORAOMEP2CG

Valid Article

Former Code(s): DORAOMEP2C- DORAZRU0059
17.1 - Antiulcer medicines
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use. The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
A02BC01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
1525
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
The product is part of at least one Kit. A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
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OMEPRAZOLE

Therapeutic Action

Antiulcer (proton pump inhibitor)

Instructions for use

Dispersible tablets are intended for paediatric use. To be dissolved in water or acidic fruit juice, and administered within 30 minutes.

Dispersible tablets are not always available at supply level. In this case, capsules are an alternative.

In case of mild symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux, use an antacid as a first line treatment.

For perforated peptic ulcer, use IV omeprazole first and switch to PO omeprazole as soon as the patient can swallow (omeprazole is equally effective orally or intravenously).

The gastro-resistant capsule replaces cimetidine and ranitidine.

Storage

  • Below 25ºC -Protect from humidity
  • Shelf life for dispersible tablets: 18 months