I accidentally ate food before taking omeprazole just now. I find this happens often because I’m forgetful.
If I take the omeprazole now even though I ate, will it still have the same effect?
Can omeprazole be taken after a meal?
Question posted by jellykat on 1 Feb 2019
Last updated on 9 February 2019 by Shelly00
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3 Answers
Shelly00
9 Feb 2019
Wait and take it before 1 hour prior to your other meal.
Mlb930
8 Feb 2019
The key is, make certain you take it once a day. And do not skip a day or your gut will let you hear all about it if you do. My preference is Zegrid.
masso
1 Feb 2019
You have to take it 1 hour minimum before your meal, otherwise it will not protect your stomach from food or medications.
I take Nexium (esomeprazole) which is in the same drug class PPI (Proton pump inhibitors), and I take it 1 hour before breakfast and my medicines.
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