Omeprazole (prilosec) PUD AND GERD MEDS

Question 1

Uses

Answer 1

1. Management of GERD unresponsive to conventional therapy with histamine h2 receptor antagonist blocking agents
2. Short term management of active duodenal ulcers

Question 2

Action

Answer 2

Suppresses gastric secretion by blocking the final step of acid production

Question 3

Side/Adverse Effects

Answer 3

headache, dizziness, diarrhea, abdominal pain, N/V, constipation

Question 4

Nursing Implications

Answer 4

1. Advise patient to avoid alcohol, products ccontaining asa, ibuprofen, naproxen, ketoprofen, and foods that may cause an increase in GI irritation
2. Assess patient routinely for black tarry stools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, persistent headache
3. PO dose is administered before meals preferably in AM. Do not crush, open, or chew capsules. May be administered concurrently with antacids
4. Teach patient to avoid hazardous activities if dizziness occurs