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Zegerid Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Zegerid (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) is used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid production. Zegerid is a combination of omeprazole, a proton-pump inhibitor, and sodium bicarbonate, an antacid. This medication may be available in generic form. Common side effects include headache or abdominal pain.

Dose and duration of treatment with Zegerid depends on the condition being treated. For ulcers, GERD, erosive esophagitis and eradication of H. pylori the usual recommended dose for adults is 20-40 mg daily. Follow instructions from your doctor. Zegerid may interact with ampicillin, atazanavir, clarithromycin, clopidogrel, cyclosporine, diazepam, disulfiram, iron supplements, ketoconazole, phenytoin, tacrolimus, or warfarin. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. During pregnancy, Zegerid should be used only when prescribed. This medication passes into breast milk. The effects on a nursing infant are unknown. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Our Zegerid (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.

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Zegerid Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

ZEGERID (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) Structural Formula Illustration

Duodenal Ulcer

ZEGERID (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) is indicated for short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcer. Most patients heal within four weeks. Some patients may require an additional four weeks of therapy. [See Clinical Studies]

Gastric Ulcer

ZEGERID is indicated for short-term treatment (4-8 weeks) of active benign gastric ulcer. [See Clinical Studies]

Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Symptomatic GERD

ZEGERID is indicated for the treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated w...

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What is Zegerid Prescribing Information?

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Zegerid Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or
  • fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat.

Less serious side effects may include:

  • headache;
  • nausea, stomach pain; or
  • diarrhea or constipation;
  • white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips;
  • mild fev...

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What is Zegerid Patient Information?

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Zegerid Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is a combination of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate. It is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It is also used to prevent stomach bleeding in very ill patients.

Omeprazole works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Sodium bicarbonate is an antacid that reduces stomach acid and helps omeprazole to work better. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. It helps heal acid damage to the st...

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What is Zegerid Consumer Information?

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