Numark Heartburn&Acid Reflux 20mg Gastro-Resistant Tablets - Omeprazole (Pack 7)

Numark Heartburn&Acid Reflux 20mg Gastro-Resistant Tablets - Omeprazole (Pack 7)

Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets are used in adults for the short-term treatment of reflux symptoms, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation.

Suitable for Adults 18 years old or over.

Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux tablets contain the active substance omeprazole. It belongs to a group of medicines called "proton pump inhibitors". They work by reducing the amount of acid that the stomach produces.

Please be aware that these tablets are intended to help with the symptoms for a short time period and they are not meant to bring immediate relief. It might be necessary to take the tablets for 2-3 consecutive days to achieve improvement of symptoms.

What is Reflux?

Reflux is the backflow of acid from the stomach into the gullet "food pipe", which may become inflamed and painful. This may cause symptoms such as a painful burning sensation in the chest rising up to the throat (heartburn) and sour taste in the mouth (acid regurgitation).

A good self care guide and information for Psoriasis available on the NHS website.

NHS - Heartburn and acid reflux

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What does it mean if I get heartburn regularly?

Our bodies use stomach acid to break down the contents of food, and we have a valve or "gate" in our oesophagus that keeps this acid in place. Occasionally, the acid will get through, and create the feeling of heartburn.

Sufferers often complain of discomfort after eating, or when lying down.

Try to:

• Get a good night’s sleep. A lack of sleep can lead to higher stress levels.
• Exercise - this boosts wellbeing.
• Eat more slowly and mindfully.
• Try to avoid unhealthy lifestyle habits.
• You might also try reducing your meal-sizes and watching how much spicy food you eat (a trigger).
• Pregnant mothers are also much more likely to suffer from heartburn and indigestion. A growing baby bump puts pressure on your system, and makes refluxing acid a very common reality of pregnant life.

Is Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets suitable for pregnancy/breastfeeding?

Before taking Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Your doctor will decide whether you can take Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets during this time.

Your doctor will decide whether you can take Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets if you are breastfeeding.

Can I take Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets with food and drink?

You can take the tablets with food or on an empty stomach.

Can I drive while taking Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets?

Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets are not likely to affect your ability to drive or use any tools or machines.

Like all medicines, Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets can cause side effects, however, this may be less likely. Side effects are very rarely reported.

• Do not use it, if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Common side effects:

Headache, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Wind. Speak to your doctor if you experience: Stomach Cramps, Taste Impairment, Vomiting.

Uncommon side effects:

• Swelling of feet and ankles.
• Disturb sleep.
• Dizziness, tingling feeling, feeling sleepy.

Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients treated), there is a chance of an allergic reaction to the ingredients. Symptoms of this may include skin rash, difficulty in breathing, dizziness, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. 

Speak to your doctor if you experience: Constipation, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach Cramps, Taste Impairment, Vomiting.

For a full list of side effects, please read the patient information leaflet.

If you get any side effects or if any of the side effects get serious, please talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.  You can help to make medicines safer by reporting any side-effects to the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

Before taking any medication, it is important to read the Patient Information Leaflet.

Numark Heartburn and Acid Reflux Tablets contain Lactose.

If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

How to store:

• Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture.
• Storage conditions: 5-25ºC. Do not store above 25ºC.
• Do not use after the expiry date which is stated on the pack after EXP. The expiry date is the last day of the month.

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Always take your medicine exactly as your doctor has instructed you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist, if you are unsure.

Your medicine should be taken by mouth as follows:

• The tablets can be taken with or without food.
• Swallow your tablets whole with half a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the tablets, 
• It is recommended that you take your tablets in the morning.

The recommended dose

For adults 18 years old and above is a 20mg tablet once a day for up to 14 days. Contact your doctor if you are not free from symptoms after this period.

• May take 2-3 days to experience the full effect.

If your symptoms get worse or fail to get better after taking the medicine for 14 days in a row, consult your doctor.

Warnings and precautions:

• Do not use it if you are allergic to omeprazole or any of the ingredients listed that are in this medicine.
• Do not use it if you are taking a medicine which contains nelfinavir (used for HIV infections).

Talk to your doctor if:

• You are taking any medicines listed in the package leaflet.
• You are over 55 and have new or recently changed reflux symptoms.

If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after taking this medicine for 14 days in a row, talk to your doctor.

Ingredients:

The active substance is omeprazole. Each tablet contains 20mg of omeprazole.

The other ingredients are lactose  lactose monohydrate, sodium starch glycolate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sodium stearate, hypromellose acetate succinate, brownish pink colour (which contains propylene glycol, titanium dioxide (E171), red iron oxide (E172), hypromellose and yellow iron oxide (E172)), talc, triethyl citrate, monoethanolamine, sodium lauryl sulphate and traces of carnauba wax.