Product Overview

Risek 20mg contains omeprazole, a proton-pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid to relieve heartburn and heal ulcers; available for delivery across Pakistan.

Key Benefits

Omeprazole works quickly to lower stomach acid and protect the stomach lining.

• Relieves heartburn and acid reflux.
• Heals and prevents stomach and duodenal ulcers.
• Used with antibiotics to treat H. pylori infection.
• Protects the stomach when taking long-term NSAIDs.

Directions for Use

Use as directed by your doctor or pharmacist; take whole capsules before a meal.

Adults

Take one 20 mg capsule once daily before breakfast unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Children (Paediatric)

Paediatric use of this capsule formulation is not routinely established; follow a paediatrician’s advice for children and use age‑appropriate formulations.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Talk with your doctor before using during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Pregnancy

Use only on a doctor’s advice; safety data during pregnancy are limited and treatment should be based on need versus potential risk.

Breastfeeding

Use with caution while breastfeeding; omeprazole passes into breast milk and a healthcare professional should assess risks and benefits.

Precautions & Interactions

Check with your healthcare provider about medical history and other medicines before starting omeprazole.

Precautions

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low magnesium, osteoporosis, or severe diarrhoea.
• Report new or worsening symptoms such as persistent diarrhoea or unexplained weight loss.
• Long-term use may increase risk of bone fractures and low magnesium.

Major Drug & Product Interactions

Only major, well-known interaction risks are listed.

• Clopidogrel: reduced effectiveness of clopidogrel is possible.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners: monitoring may be needed.
• Certain anticonvulsants and benzodiazepines (eg, phenytoin, diazepam): interactions may alter drug levels.
• Inform your doctor about all prescription and herbal medicines before starting.

Adverse Effects

Most people tolerate omeprazole well; watch for common and serious effects below.

Common Side Effects

• Headache.
• Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting.
• Diarrhoea or constipation.
• Flatulence.

Serious Side Effects

Stop the medicine and seek medical help if you experience:

• Signs of allergy: rash, swelling, difficulty breathing.
• Severe skin reactions.
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea (may indicate infection).
• Muscle cramps, weakness or irregular heartbeat (possible low magnesium).
• Unexplained bone pain or fractures with long-term use.