Regardless, British private GP Dr Ahmed, MBBS, MRCGP, is warning people who have been using omeprazole for six months or more ...

Omeprazole is a common drug that some people take to treat heartburn, or acid reflux. This article looks at its uses, dosage, and side effects, as well as what to know before taking the medication.

Omeprazole is used to treat certain digestive conditions including stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers, GERD, and esophagitis due to GERD. It’s also taken with antibiotics to treat H. pylori infection.

Omeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class of medications. Doctors prescribe omeprazole in varying milligrams (mg) to reduce stomach acid to help treat a variety of digestive ...