Omecer Kit 1'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Amoxycillin 750 mg+Omeprazole 20 mg+Tinidazole 500 mg
Manufacturer
East West Pharma
Country of Origin
NA
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT OMECER KITOMECER KIT is a combination of Amoxicillin, Omeprazole, and Tinidazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-Helicobacter pylori drugs. It is used to manage infections caused by a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, which is often found in the stomach of the affected individual. Infected patients are initially asymptomatic, with inflammation and ulceration developing later, causing abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and upset stomach. During the course of the management, your doctor might regularly monitor your condition to avoid any untoward
Uses
OF OMECER KIT It is used to manage Helicobacter pylori infections
How It Works
OMECER KIT decreases the amount of H. pylori and relieves gastric symptoms where amoxicillin inhibits certain proteins required in cell wall biosynthesis resulting in the death of the bacteria, omeprazole reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach, and tinidazole releases certain chemicals that damage the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.
Directions for Use
Take OMECER KIT as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of OMECER KIT for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking OMECER KIT are decreased appetite, headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, skin rash, etc. Contact your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF OMECER KIT It is used to manage Helicobacter pylori infections HOW OMECER KIT WORKSOMECER KIT decreases the amount of H. pylori and relieves gastric symptoms where amoxicillin inhibits certain proteins required in cell wall biosynthesis resulting in the death of the bacteria, omeprazole reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach, and tinidazole releases certain chemicals that damage the bacterial DNA and causes cell death. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake OMECER KIT as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of OMECER KIT for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF OMECER KITCOMMON decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, gas headaches spinning sensation allergic skin inflammation noncancerous tumors in the stomach UNCOMMON swollen feet and ankles sleep disturbance dizziness, tingling feeling, sleepiness changes in liver function tests hives feeling generally unwell, lacking energy increased risk of hip, wrist or spine fracture RARE low blood sodium levels (weakness, vomiting, cramps) agitation, confusion or depression taste changes blurred eyesight dry mouth inflammation inside the mouth hair loss skin rash on sun exposure muscle pains too much sweating thrush (fungal gut infection) Stop taking OMECER KIT and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reaction (sudden onset of wheezing or breathlessness, swelling of the lips, face, tongue and throat, shock, body rash and itching, trouble swallowing) dizziness, lightheadedness, coordination problems, peripheral nervous system disorder, fits erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (red skin with blisters or peeling, lips, eyes, mouth, nose or genital bleeding, fever, tiredness) low red or white blood cells or platelets (breathlessness, tiredness, dizziness, bleeding, bruising) immune deficiency (infection with fever, severely decreased general condition, pain in the neck, throat or mouth, trouble urinating) rash or red pinpoint flat round spots under the skin or bruising with joint pain and kidney problems a delayed allergic reaction (rashes, fever, joint pains, enlarged lymph nodes especially under the arms) other severe skin reactions (changes in skin colour, bumps under the skin, pustules, pain, scaling along with fever, headaches and body aches) Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction (fever, chills, headache, muscle pain, skin rash) inflammation of the colon (diarrhoea (sometimes with blood), pain, fever) serious liver side effects (severe diarrhoea with bleeding, blisters, redness or bruising of the skin, dark urine or pale faeces, yellow skin or the whites of the eyes, tiredness) a lot of weight loss without any reason stomach pain or indigestion vomiting food or blood
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYConsult your doctorOMECER KIT is not recommended for use during the first trimester of pregnancy. OMECER KIT should be used during the second and third trimesters only if your doctor finds it necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGConsult your doctorYou should not breastfeed during and at least three days after completion of OMECER KIT> management. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or use any machines if you experience allergic reactions, dizziness, visual disturbances, or fits after taking OMECER KIT. ALCOHOLContraindicatedAvoid consumption of alcohol with OMECER KIT as it may increase the risk of getting side effects. KIDNEYUse with CautionOMECER KIT should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems, patients not urinating regularly, and those about to have any urine test. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUse with CautionOMECER KIT should be used with caution in patients with severe liver problems or in those about to have any blood test for liver function. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take OMECER KIT if you are allergic to Amoxicillin, Omeprazole, Tinidazole, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedOMECER KIT is not recommended for children younger than 1 year or weighing less than 10 kg. Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionOMECER KIT should be used with caution in elderly patients as they may be at risk of getting liver side effects. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSOMECER KIT is not recommended for use if you: have or had any blood disease have organic neurological disorders are allergic to any other antibiotic Before taking OMECER KIT, inform your doctor if you: ever had a skin reaction after taking a medicine used to reduce stomach acid have poor vitamin B12 (cobalamin) absorption are going to have a blood test (Chromogranin A) have osteoporosis (a bone problem) have glandular fever (fever, sore throat, swollen glands, extreme tiredness) are going to have oestriol tests (used during pregnancy to check the baby’s development)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking OMECER KIT, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used for blood thinning (Ex. warfarin, acenocoumarol, dicoumarol, anisindione, phenindione, phenprocoumon) medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole) digoxin (used to manage heart problems) diazepam (used to manage anxiety, muscle cramps, or fits) phenytoin (used to manage fits) medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. rifampicin, clarithromycin, tetracycline) medicines used to manage HIV (Ex. atazanavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir) tacrolimus (used after organ transplantation to manage rejection) methotrexate (used to manage arthritis or psoriasis) St John’s wort (used in depression) cilostazol (used to manage intermittent claudication) clopidogrel (used to manage blood clots) erltinib (used in certain cancers) medicines used to manage inflammation and immune reactions (Ex. hydrocortisone, prednisolone) medicines used to manage gout (Ex. allopurinol, probenecid) Overdosage: Contact your doctor immediately if you or anyone else accidentally took too much of OMECER KIT. Symptoms of OMECER KIT overdose include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, stomach pain, diarrhoea, headache, depression, confusion, cloudy urine, and trouble urinating. SYNOPSIS Drug : Amoxicillin, Omeprazole, Tinidazole Pharmacological Category : Beta lactam antibiotic, Proton pump inhibitor, Nitroimidazole Therapeutic Indication : Helicobacter pylori infection Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep OMECER KIT out of reach from children Store OMECER KIT at room temperature
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DETAILS Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
Medical Expert
Last Updated
14 Mar 2023