Maxor
What it is used for
1. Symptomatic GORD-The relief of heartburn and other symptoms associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). 2. Treatment and prevention of relapse in erosive oesophagitis. 3. Treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcer. 4. Combination therapy for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease associated with Helicobacter pylori infection. 5. Treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. 6. Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosions associated with nonsteoridal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients assessed as being at high risk of gastroduodenal ulcer or complications of gastroduodenal ulcer. 7. Long-term prevention of relapse in gastric and duodenal ulceration in patients proven to be Helicobacter pylori negative or in whom eradication is inappropriate (e.g. the elderly) or ineffective. 8. Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient omeprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Size 2 hard gelatin capsule with pale pink cap and white body, containing white to pink/beige spherical pellets, and printed “G” and “OE20” in black ink
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Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.