Losec Mups 10 & 20 & 40 mg FC tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 14 March 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, reflux oesophagitis, and H. pylori eradication.
Dosage (summary)
20 mg once daily for duodenal ulcers; 10-40 mg for maintenance.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1-2 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safe in pregnancy; minimal risk during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Digoxin
- Nelfinavir
- Atazanavir
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to omeprazole or excipients
Common side effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take in the morning with water
- Do not chew or crush tablets
- Monitor for signs of renal issues
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypomagnesaemia
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Possible increased risk of fractures
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