Losec 10mg. 20mg. 40mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 28 March 2002
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 ulcer; 10-40 mg for other indications.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 4 days, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Impaired renal function
- Impaired hepatic function
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Warfarin
- Phenytoin
- Diazepam
- Ketoconazole
- Itraconazole
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ingredients
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
Counselling Points
- Take in the morning with water
- Do not chew or crush tablets
- Monitor for severe side effects
Serious warnings
- May mask symptoms of malignancy
- Not for mild gastrointestinal complaints
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