🧬 Active Ingredient (Generic Name)	Omeprazole
🎯 Indication	GERD, peptic ulcers, heartburn, acid reflux
🇺🇸 US Brand Equivalent	Prilosec®
🏭 Manufacturer	Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd (India, est. 1984)
💊 Formulation	Capsules
💪 Strength	20 mg per capsule
🚚 Delivery Time	6 to 15 days worldwide

🔍 What is Omez 20mg?

Omez 20mg is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) containing Omeprazole. It works by reducing stomach acid production, relieving symptoms of GERD, ulcers, and acid reflux. Manufactured by Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, it is one of India’s most trusted PPI formulations with international demand as a cost-effective alternative to Prilosec®.

🩺 Medical Uses

🔥 Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
🧫 Promotes healing of gastric and duodenal ulcers
💊 Prevents NSAID-related gastrointestinal damage
🛌 Effective for nighttime acid suppression

📋 Dosage Guidelines

GERD: 20mg once daily before meals for 4–8 weeks
Peptic Ulcers: 20mg once or twice daily for 4–8 weeks
Prevention: 20mg daily during NSAID therapy

⚠️ Side Effects & Warnings

💢 Common: Headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea
🧂 Long-term: Low magnesium, B12 deficiency (rare)
⚠️ Interactions: Clopidogrel, diazepam – consult doctor

🌍 Availability & Import Rules

Country	Status	Import Rule
🇺🇸 USA	OTC (low dose) / Rx (20mg+)	Allowed with prescription
🇬🇧 UK	Rx only	Can be imported under personal use
🇦🇺 AU	Rx only	Permitted via TGA Personal Import Scheme

💰 Price Overview

Region	Local Price	Export from India
🇮🇳 India	₹60 per 15-capsule strip	₹38 via buyallmd.com
🌍 Global	$10–20	~$4 including shipping

👨‍⚕️ Doctor’s Review – Dr. Anil Joshi, MD (Gastroenterologist)

Omez 20mg is one of the most accessible PPIs for long-term reflux management. Its affordability and effectiveness make it a cornerstone option in gastroenterology.