Omee Dosage/Direction for Use

Posology: Alternative to oral therapy: In patients where the use of oral medicinal products is inappropriate, Omeprazole IV 40 mg once daily is recommended. In patients with Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome the recommended initial dose of Omeprazole given intravenously is 60 mg daily. Higher daily doses may be required and the dose should be adjusted individually. When doses exceed 60 mg daily, the dose should be divided and given twice daily. Omeprazole is to be administered in an intravenous infusion for 20-30 minutes.
Special populations: Impaired renal function: Dose adjustment is not needed in patients with impaired renal function.
Impaired hepatic function: In patients with impaired hepatic function a daily dose of 10-20 mg may be sufficient.
Elderly (>65 years old): Dose adjustment is not needed in the elderly.
Paediatric patients: There is limited experience with Omeprazole for intravenous use in children.
Method of administration: Omeprazole for intravenous is to be administered in an intravenous infusion for 20-30 minutes. After reconstitution the solution is colourless, clear, practically free from visible particles.