{"product_id":"risek-capsules-20mg","title":"Risek Capsules 20mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eRisek Capsules – Product Specification\u003cbr\u003eRequires Prescription:\u003cbr\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003eGeneric Name:\u003cbr\u003eOmeprazole\u003cbr\u003eUsed For:\u003cbr\u003e Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)\u003cbr\u003e Erosive reflux esophagitis\u003cbr\u003e Long-term management of healed esophagitis\u003cbr\u003e Symptomatic relief of GERD\u003cbr\u003eHow It Works:\u003cbr\u003eOmeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that irreversibly blocks the H⁺\/K⁺ ATPase\u003cbr\u003eenzyme system (proton pump) in the gastric parietal cells. This action reduces both basal and\u003cbr\u003estimulated gastric acid secretion, regardless of the cause of stimulation.\u003cbr\u003eDosage:\u003cbr\u003eOmeprazole (as per physician’s advice and condition severity)\u003cbr\u003eSide Effects:\u003cbr\u003eCommon:\u003cbr\u003e Headache\u003cbr\u003e Diarrhea, constipation\u003cbr\u003e Abdominal pain, flatulence\u003cbr\u003e Nausea or vomiting\u003cbr\u003eUncommon:\u003cbr\u003e Dizziness, paraesthesia\u003cbr\u003e Insomnia, somnolence, vertigo\u003cbr\u003e Skin rash, pruritus, urticaria\u003cbr\u003e Increased liver enzymes\u003cbr\u003e Malaise\u003cbr\u003eRare:\u003cbr\u003e Mental confusion, agitation, hallucinations (mainly in severely ill)\u003cbr\u003e Aggression or depression\u003cbr\u003e Gynecomastia\u003cbr\u003eDrug Interactions:\u003cbr\u003eOmeprazole may interact with:\u003cbr\u003e Antifungals: Ketoconazole, Itraconazole, Posaconazole\u003cbr\u003e Antivirals: Atazanavir, Saquinavir, Nelfinavir (contraindicated)\u003cbr\u003e CNS agents: Diazepam, Imipramine, Clomipramine, Citalopram\u003cbr\u003e Cardiac drugs: Digoxin, Clopidogrel\u003cbr\u003e Immunosuppressants: Tacrolimus, Methotrexate\u003cbr\u003e Antibiotics: Clarithromycin\u003cbr\u003e Others: Phenytoin, Rifampicin, St. John's Wort, Erlotinib\u003cbr\u003eIndications:\u003cbr\u003eOmeprazole is indicated for:\u003cbr\u003e Treatment and prevention of erosive reflux esophagitis\u003cbr\u003e Long-term management to prevent GERD relapse\u003cbr\u003e Symptomatic relief in patients with non-erosive GERD\u003cbr\u003eWhen Not to Use:\u003cbr\u003e Hypersensitivity to omeprazole or other benzimidazole derivatives\u003cbr\u003e Concurrent use with nelfinavir\u003cbr\u003ePrecautions:\u003cbr\u003e Long-term therapy may reduce vitamin B12 absorption; monitor in at-risk patients\u003cbr\u003e Consider periodic evaluation of magnesium and calcium levels in prolonged use\u003cbr\u003e May mask symptoms of gastric malignancy\u003cbr\u003eWarnings:\u003cbr\u003e1. Rule out malignancy in gastric ulcers before starting treatment — symptom relief may delay\u003cbr\u003ediagnosis.\u003cbr\u003e2. Long-term, high-dose PPI use (especially \u0026gt;1 year) may slightly increase risk of osteoporotic\u003cbr\u003efractures (hip, wrist, spine), especially in the elderly or those with other risk factors.\u003cbr\u003e3. In patients with liver impairment, a dose reduction may be necessary due to increased\u003cbr\u003ebioavailability and half-life.\u003cbr\u003ePregnancy Category:\u003cbr\u003eConsult your physician before using during pregnancy or breastfeeding.\u003cbr\u003eStorage:\u003cbr\u003eYes — Store at room temperature. Keep away from direct light, moisture, and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53295017951563,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/JA1_7254.jpg?v=1756792920","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/risek-capsules-20mg","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}