Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole
About Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole
Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole belongs to the class of medicines called ‘anti-ulcerants' primarily used to treat peptic ulcers. A sore that develops on the lining of the oesophagus, stomach or small intestine called peptic ulcers.Ulcers occur when stomach acid damages the lining of the digestive tract and the most common symptom of a peptic ulcer is stomach pain.
Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole is a combination of three medicines include: omeprazole, amoxicillin and tinidazole, which are antiulcerants .Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which reduces the amount of acid in the stomach and treats acid-related indigestion and ulcers. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic which works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Tinidazole is also an antibiotic which kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they eradicate the infection effectively.
Take Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. Swallow each pill whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it. Take Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole twice daily before you eat, unless your doctor tells you about it.You may experience common side effects like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, flatulence, indigestion, dizziness, tiredness, headache, skin rash, dryness in mouth, metallic taste. Most of these side effects of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole, have liver disease and kidney disease. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding. Do not stop taking $ name without your doctor's advice. Finish the prescribed course of medicine, even if you start to feel better.
Uses of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole
Medicinal Benefits
Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole is a combination of three medicines, namely:omeprazole,amoxicillin and tinidazole, which are antiulcerants.Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which reduces the amount of acid in the stomach and treats acid-related indigestion and ulcers. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic which works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.Tinidazole is also an antibiotic which kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they eradicate the infection effectively.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Flatulence
- Indigestion
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Dryness in mouth
- Metallic taste
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole, have liver disease and kidney disease. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking $ name without your doctor's advice. Finish the prescribed course of medicine, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the ulcer come back and harder to treat. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole may interact with other medicines like antifungal (ketoconazole,cotrimazole),pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin), antibiotics (doxycycline, erythromycin, tetracycline,ampicillin),antiepileptics (phenytoin, Diazepam),immunosuppressants (cyclosporine) and oral anti-coagulants (warfarin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole severely interacts with grapefruit, grapefruit juices and alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interaction: People with hemotological disorders, CNS disorders, liver and kidney diseases.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole and alcohol together leads to aggravate the symptoms of peptic ulcer,thus strictly not to be taken together
Pregnancy
unsafeOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole is not recommended and unsafe in pregnancy. It can affect and harm the baby. Consult your doctor before taking Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole.
Breast Feeding
unsafeOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this. Either you need to stop breastfeeding for using Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole or stop taking Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole.
Driving
cautionOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole may cause side effect like dizziness,which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert
Liver
cautionOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole has been found to affect liver function in certain cases thus patients with liver problems should discuss with their doctor for proper guidance regarding treatment with this medication.
Kidney
cautionOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole has been found to affect kidney function in certain cases thus patients with kidney problems should discuss with their doctor for proper guidance regarding treatment with this medication.
Children
cautionOmeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole should be taken as advised by your doctor, because dose adjustments can be done in children below 12 years.But it is contraindicated in neonates(less than 4weeks).
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Quit smoking
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid spicy foods in your regular diet.
- Avoid coffee,tea,carbonated beverages,chocolate,chilies,hot peppers,processed foods,foods with a high amount of salt,deep-fried foods,acidic foods like citrus and tomatoes.
- Foods With Probiotics like yogurt, miso, kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha, and tempeh. They may help ulcers by fighting an H. pylori infection or by helping treatments work better.
- Eat soybeans,legumes,broccoil,kale,apples and berries.
Special Advise
Do not stop taking Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Peptic ulcers:Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the inside lining of your stomach and the upper portion of your small intestine. Peptic ulcers include: Gastric ulcers [that occur on the inside of the stomach]Duodenal ulcers [that occur on the inside of the upper portion of your small intestine (duodenum)].Most common symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, belching ,heartburn and nausea. common causes of peptic ulcers are infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium. Stress and spicy foods do not cause peptic ulcers. However, they can make your symptoms worse.
FAQs
No, do not stop taking Omeprazole+Tinidazole+Amoxycillin and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Yes, the use of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole can cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by chewing sugar-free gum or mints, brushing teeth after the meals and by staying hydrated.
Yes, the use of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole can lead to increased side effects. Omeprazole+amoxicillin+tinidazole takes time to show its full effects and treats your infection. If you are experiencing increased severity of diarrhea which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
