Omeprazole Injection

Omeprazole 40 mg Injection
Rapid Acid Suppression for Critical Gastric Protection

Omeprazole 40 mg Injection is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) designed for fast, effective control of gastric acid secretion in hospitalized patients. It offers a convenient and reliable solution for managing acid-related disorders when oral administration is not possible, making it ideal for ICU, surgical, and emergency care.

Key Benefits:

• Fast-Acting Acid Suppression:
  Quickly inhibits gastric acid secretion by irreversibly blocking the H⁺/K⁺ ATPase enzyme in parietal cells.

• IV Advantage for Acute Situations:
  Suitable for patients who are NPO (nothing by mouth), post-operative, or critically ill.

• Effective Gastric Protection:
  Prevents stress-related mucosal damage and gastrointestinal bleeding in high-risk hospitalized patients.

• Clinically Proven Efficacy:
  Widely used in the treatment and prevention of peptic ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and upper GI bleeding.

Indications:

• Stress ulcer prophylaxis in critically ill patients

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with complications

• Peptic ulcer disease

• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

• Upper gastrointestinal bleeding

• As pre-anesthetic medication to reduce gastric acidity

Dosage & Administration:
Administered as an intravenous injection or infusion. Typical dose: 40 mg once daily or as directed by the physician, based on severity and clinical condition.

Important Safety Information:
Generally well-tolerated. Prolonged use may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency, hypomagnesemia, or increased risk of infections. Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment.