try to take it at the same time each morning if you take it once a day, or at the same time each morning and evening if you take it twice a day
you can take it with or without food
swallow tablets and capsules with water – do not chew or crush capsules or tablets labelled "enteric coated" or "gastro resistant"
It adds: "Ask a pharmacist for advice if you have problems swallowing pills or capsules. They may be able to suggest different ways to take your medicine."
Side effects of omeprazole:
Like all medicines, omeprazole can cause side effects, but not everyone gets them. Common side effects of omeprazole include:
a headache
stomach pain
feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)
constipation or diarrhoea
farting more than usual
The NHS says: "Omeprazole will not usually affect your ability to drive, ride a bike or use machinery. But if you feel dizzy or have problems with your vision after taking it, wait until you no longer have these side effects."
