Omeprazole (Prilosec); Proton Pump Inhibitor; Cap, DR: 10, 20, 40 mg; 1 mg/kg/day PO q12-24h (max 20 mg/day for duodenal ulcer, 40 mg/day for
gastric ulcer, 60 mg/day for hypersecretory conditions).
Helicobacter pylori: 15-30kg: 10 mg PO bid, >30 kg: 20 mg PO bid
Simplified
omeprazole suspension (SOS) is made by dissolving contents of capsule in
sodium bicarbonate. SOS is stable for 14 days at room
temperature or for 45 days under refrigeration.
Diarrhea is a common side effect.