The course of taking omeprazole for reflux esophagitis is usually 4 to 8 weeks, that is, one to two months, the specific time should be based on the individual’s physique and condition, and can not be generalized.
Reflux esophagitis is a kind of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is caused by the weakening of the esophagus’s anti-reflux ability, clearance ability or barrier function, and is caused by the reflux of duodenal contents (stomach acid, bile, etc.) into the esophagus, resulting in damage to the esophageal mucosa, which is caused by the damage to the esophageal mucosa.
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, has a strong and long-lasting inhibitory effect on the secretion of gastric acid, can reduce the concentration of gastric acid in the stomach, in the clinic is commonly used in the treatment of gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, stress ulcers, reflux esophagitis and Zuo – Ai syndrome and other diseases, effective relief of reflux esophagitis patients with the symptoms of acid reflux.
Usually, omeprazole treatment of reflux esophagitis is usually swallowed in the morning or once in the morning and once in the evening, the course of treatment is usually 4 to 8 weeks, usually in the role of taking 1 week will be effective, but the specific dosage and time to be taken according to the individual’s situation, can not be generalized.
But omeprazole in the period of taking may appear diarrhea, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, flatulence and constipation and other adverse reactions, for the product allergy, severe renal insufficiency and infants and young children should be prohibited, pregnant women, lactating women and the elderly should be used with caution.
Patients with reflux esophagitis are advised to seek timely medical attention for targeted treatment. The medication should be taken strictly according to the doctor’s instructions, and should not be used on its own, so as not to delay or even aggravate the condition.