Omeprazole Flashcards
What is the classification of Omeprazole?
Omeprazole is classified as a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
What is the typical dosage range for Omeprazole in adults?
The typical dosage range for Omeprazole in adults is 20 mg to 40 mg once daily.
What is the primary action of Omeprazole?
Omeprazole works by inhibiting the proton pump in the stomach lining, reducing gastric acid production.
Which condition is Omeprazole primarily indicated for?
Omeprazole is primarily indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
True or False: Omeprazole can be used for the prevention of gastric ulcers.
True.
What is one common adverse effect of Omeprazole?
One common adverse effect of Omeprazole is headache.
Name one serious adverse effect associated with long-term use of Omeprazole.
One serious adverse effect is the increased risk of Clostridium difficile infection.
Fill in the blank: Omeprazole may interact with medications that are __________.
metabolized by the liver.
What should be monitored in patients taking Omeprazole long-term?
Patients should be monitored for vitamin B12 deficiency and magnesium levels.
True or False: Omeprazole can be taken with food.
True.
What is the maximum recommended duration for Omeprazole therapy without physician supervision?
The maximum recommended duration is typically 8 weeks.
What type of drug interaction is a concern with Omeprazole?
Omeprazole may interact with anticoagulants like warfarin.
Short answer: What is a major consideration when prescribing Omeprazole to elderly patients?
Increased risk of adverse effects and drug interactions.
What is the mechanism by which Omeprazole reduces stomach acid?
It irreversibly inhibits the H+/K+ ATPase enzyme in gastric parietal cells.
True or False: Omeprazole is available over-the-counter.
True.
What is a potential risk of abrupt discontinuation of Omeprazole?
Rebound acid hypersecretion.
Fill in the blank: Omeprazole is often used in combination with __________ for H. pylori eradication.
antibiotics.
What is one contraindication for using Omeprazole?
Hypersensitivity to Omeprazole or any component of the formulation.
What is the trade name commonly associated with Omeprazole?
Prilosec.
Short answer: What patient education should be provided regarding the use of Omeprazole?
Take as prescribed, do not exceed the recommended duration, and report any severe side effects.
What is the effect of Omeprazole on gastric pH?
Omeprazole increases gastric pH by reducing acid secretion.
True or False: Omeprazole can be used in pediatric patients.
True, but dosage and indications may vary.
What should be avoided while taking Omeprazole?
Concurrent use of certain medications that require an acidic environment for absorption.
What is the role of Omeprazole in treating Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
It is used to manage excessive gastric acid secretion.
