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Zegerid Rx

Zegerid Rx generic name: Omeprazole-Sodium Bicarbonate

What is Zegerid Rx used for?

This medication is a combination of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate. It is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It is also used to prevent stomach bleeding in very ill patients. Omeprazole works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Sodium bicarbonate is an antacid that reduces stomach acid and helps omeprazole to work better. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

CHEMICAL NAME

Omeprazole/Sodium Bicarbonate (oh-MEP-ra-zole/SOE-dee-um bye-KAR-bo-nate)

DRUG TYPE

Heartburn/Ulcer Disease

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Zegerid Rx Frequently Asked Questions

If your doctor has prescribed this medication for you, do not share it with others.

If your doctor instructs you to use this medication regularly for a long time, lab and/or medical tests (such as a magnesium blood test, vitamin B-12 levels) may be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

Zegerid Rx Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Capsule
20Mg-1.1G
40Mg-1.1G
Packet
40-1680Mg
20-1680Mg