Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. Omeprazole is used in the treatment of heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), and peptic ulcer disease.

Indications:

• In Treatment of Heartburn
• In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
• In Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease

Main side effects:

• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Headache
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting