Ozole 20 mg Capsule belongs to the class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer (stomach or duodenal ulcer), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to a pancreatic tumour). Normally, a thick layer of mucous protects the stomach against its own acid secretion. But, in the long run, it gets eroded by excessive stomach acid production, leading to complications like GERD, peptic ulcer, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Ozole 20 mg Capsule contains omeprazole (a proton pump inhibitor), which helps reduce stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme called H+/K+ ATPase (gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the stomach wall cells and is responsible for releasing gastric acid. Ozole 20 mg Capsule prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms such as food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), acid reflux, or heartburn.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Ozole 20 mg Capsule based on your medical condition. Ozole 20 mg Capsule may cause common side effects like stomach pain, gas formation (flatulence), nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headache. These side effects are temporary and may resolve on their own. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Before taking Ozole 20 mg Capsule , inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or to other proton pump inhibitors. Also, tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, severe liver problems, difficulty swallowing, bloody or black stools, unexplained weight loss, or will have an endoscopy in the future. Ozole 20 mg Capsule should not be given to patients suffering from Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Avoid prolonged use of Ozole 20 mg Capsule , as it may increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine due to loss of magnesium. Consult your doctor before taking Ozole 20 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ozole 20 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The detailed uses of Ozole 20 mg Capsule are as follows:

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Treatment: Ozole 20 mg Capsule is commonly used to treat GERD. It is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid production, thus providing relief from acid reflux symptoms.
• Peptic Ulcer Treatment: Ozole 20 mg Capsule is also used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestine (duodenum). It is effective against ulcers associated with Helicobacter pylori infection and those caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Treatment: Ozole 20 mg Capsule is also prescribed for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome to help control acid production and manage symptoms.
• Hyperacidity Relief: Ozole 20 mg Capsule helps to relieve hyperacidity by reducing the production of stomach acid.
• Dyspepsia relief: Ozole 20 mg Capsule provides relief from dyspepsia symptoms like bloating, heartburn, and stomach pain by reducing stomach acid secretion.
• Preventive Therapy: Ozole 20 mg Capsule is also used to prevent stomach ulcers, stress-related ulcers, and aspiration syndrome during anaesthesia (a condition where stomach contents accidentally enter the lungs).

• Ozole 20 mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. However, it is recommended to take it 30-60 minutes before a meal, preferably in the morning, for optimal effectiveness.
• It is typically administered once daily, but your doctor will determine the exact dose and timing based on your specific medical condition.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, break, or open it.

Ozole 20 mg Capsule is effective in relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and peptic ulcers (stomach or duodenal ulcers), as well as healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of the food pipe). Ozole 20 mg Capsule contains omeprazole, which works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid).

Do not take Ozole 20 mg Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, other proton pump inhibitors, or if you are taking medications for HIV such as nelfinavir. Inform your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, severe liver problems, difficulty swallowing, bloody or black stools, unexplained weight loss, hypomagnesemia (low blood magnesium levels), stomach problems (such as pain or indigestion), or will have an endoscopy in the future. Ozole 20 mg Capsule should not be given to patients suffering from Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Avoid prolonged use of Ozole 20 mg Capsule , as it may increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine due to loss of magnesium. Consult your doctor before taking Ozole 20 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ozole 20 mg Capsule should not be given to children under 1 year of age.