Can I take omeprazole when I am pregnant?

The prevalence of gastrointestinal diseases is getting higher and higher in today's fast-paced life. It is not limited to age groups or genders and can occur in everyone, including pregnant women. Omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules are a common gastrointestinal medication in clinical medicine. So, can pregnant women take omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules?

Pregnant women can take omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules. The results of clinical epidemiological studies have shown that omeprazole, the main ingredient of omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules, has no adverse effects on the health of pregnant women or fetuses. Pregnant women can use omeprazole, of course, this needs to be done under the guidance of a doctor. It should be noted that omeprazole can be metabolized into breast milk, and its effect on the baby is still unknown. Use with caution during breastfeeding.

It has been reported that the occurrence of gastric glandular cysts increases during long-term treatment with omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules. This change is the physiological result of the inhibition of gastric juice metabolism and is benign and reversible. The decrease in gastric juice caused by proton mercury retarder or other acid retarder can increase the number of normal bacteria in the digestive tract, so treatment may cause a slight increase in the risk of digestive tract infections (such as Salmonella and Streptococcus).

Omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules can be used to treat duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and reflux esophagitis. Omeprazole can enhance the antibacterial efficacy of some antibiotics against Helicobacter pylori. Omeprazole is absorbed in the colon and is generally completely absorbed within 3-6 hours. The dissolution after repeated administration is approximately 60%. In addition, the intake of food has no effect on its solubility. The plasma protein incorporation rate of omeprazole is 95%, and the apparent distribution volume is 0.3L/kg.

When using omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules, please note:

1. Do not use for more than 7 days. If symptoms do not improve, please consult a doctor.

2. Do not take the medicine again within two months. If symptoms recur, seek medical attention immediately.

3. Do not use this product in the following situations: difficulty or pain in swallowing; vomiting blood; bloody or black stools. This may be a sign of a more serious condition, so consult your doctor.

Patients with gastric ulcer should pay attention, develop a reasonable diet system, eat regularly and quantitatively, eat small and frequent meals, talk less, do not read books or newspapers, do not watch TV series; keep the mind relaxed and the spirit cheerful. During the active stage of ulcer, it is better to eat liquid or semi-liquid food, easy to digest and nutritious food. Previously, experts and scholars have developed a system of eating small meals frequently for ulcer patients to prevent them from being too full or too hungry.

The above is the relevant content about whether pregnant women can take omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules. Omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules have few side effects, and pregnant women can choose to use omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules under the guidance of a doctor. Omeprazole magnesium enteric-coated capsules should not be used in children. Pregnant women should also read the instructions for use of the medicine carefully during the medication period. If the symptoms do not improve after taking the medicine for a period of time, they should stop taking the medicine and see a doctor immediately.