Zolat (40mg) 1 Injection/Infusion

Overview

Zolat 40mg Injection/Infusion is an injectable acid-suppressing medicine containing omeprazole 40mg. Omeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor class and is used in hospital or clinical settings when a patient needs short-term gastric acid control but oral treatment is not appropriate. It may be used for acid-related disorders such as gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, reflux oesophagitis, and conditions associated with excessive acid secretion, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

This product is intended for administration by a qualified healthcare professional. Because it is supplied as an injection or infusion product, correct reconstitution, dilution, compatibility checks and administration technique are essential for safety and effectiveness.

Benefits

• Reduces gastric acid production
• Supports treatment of acid-related gastric and duodenal ulcer conditions
• Useful when oral acid-suppressing medicine cannot be used
• May help manage reflux oesophagitis and hypersecretory acid conditions under medical care

Key Features

• Omeprazole 40mg injectable/infusion medicine
• Proton pump inhibitor for gastric acid suppression
• Used under medical supervision when oral therapy is not appropriate
• Single-vial pack format
• Anti-ulcerant therapeutic category

Dosage and How to Use

• How to use: For intravenous injection or infusion only, prepared and administered by a qualified healthcare professional according to clinical protocol and product instructions.
• Administration: Intravenous injection or infusion by trained healthcare personnel only. Not for self-administration.
• Recommended dose: Dose must be prescribed by a doctor. A commonly used adult dose for many acid-related indications is 40mg once daily when oral therapy is inappropriate, but dosing may vary by condition and patient response.
• Adult dose: Commonly 40mg once daily when oral therapy is not suitable, unless the prescriber recommends a different regimen.
• Pediatric use: Limited pediatric use should be guided by a qualified healthcare professional. Do not use in children unless prescribed.
• Elderly use: Dose adjustment is generally not required solely because of age, but elderly patients should use it under medical supervision with attention to overall health and other medicines.
• When to take: Administer at the time and frequency prescribed by the doctor. Timing may depend on the clinical condition and treatment plan.
• With food: Food timing is usually not relevant for intravenous administration, but follow the prescriber’s instructions.
• Maximum daily dose: Do not exceed the dose prescribed by the doctor. Higher doses for hypersecretory conditions require specialist supervision.
• Missed dose: Because this medicine is administered by healthcare professionals, missed doses should be handled by the treating doctor or nurse. Do not double a dose without medical advice.
• Overdose: In case of suspected overdose or accidental administration error, seek urgent medical attention and provide the medicine details to healthcare staff.

Specifications

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Dizziness

Serious side effects (seek medical help)

• Severe allergic reaction
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea
• Severe skin reaction
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of skin or eyes
• Symptoms of low magnesium during prolonged use such as seizures, irregular heartbeat or muscle spasms

Allergic reaction

Seek urgent help if signs of allergy occur, including rash, itching, swelling of the face or throat, severe dizziness, wheezing or difficulty breathing.

Safety and Precautions

• Use only on prescription and under medical supervision.
• Do not use if allergic to omeprazole, other proton pump inhibitors or substituted benzimidazoles.
• Tell your doctor about alarm symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, vomiting blood, black stools or difficulty swallowing.
• Longer-term proton pump inhibitor use may require monitoring for low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, bone fracture risk or gastrointestinal infections.
• Inform the doctor about liver disease, kidney problems, pregnancy, breastfeeding and all current medicines.
• Review the need for injectable therapy regularly and switch to oral treatment when clinically appropriate.
• Do not mix or administer with other products unless compatibility is confirmed.

When not to use

Do not use if the patient has a known allergy to omeprazole or related proton pump inhibitors. Do not use without a valid medical prescription.

Special populations

• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy only if prescribed by a healthcare professional after assessing benefit and risk.
• Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before use while breastfeeding. The prescriber should decide whether treatment is appropriate.
• Fertility: No product-specific fertility guidance is confirmed for this listing. Discuss concerns with a healthcare professional.
• Liver: Use with medical supervision in patients with liver disease; dose adjustment or monitoring may be required depending on clinical status.
• Kidney: Use under medical advice in patients with kidney disease, especially if symptoms change or other medicines are being used.
• Heart: Patients with heart disease or those taking medicines such as clopidogrel, warfarin or digoxin should inform their doctor before treatment.
• Driving: Omeprazole is not expected to impair driving in most patients, but dizziness or visual disturbance may occur. Do not drive or operate machinery if affected.
• Alcohol: Alcohol may worsen gastric irritation or reflux symptoms. Follow medical advice and avoid alcohol if it aggravates symptoms.

Interactions

Drugs:

• Clopidogrel
• Warfarin
• Diazepam
• Phenytoin
• Digoxin
• Methotrexate
• Tacrolimus
• Certain antifungal medicines such as ketoconazole or itraconazole
• Certain HIV medicines
• Medicines affected by stomach acidity or CYP2C19 metabolism

Food:

• No major food interaction is expected with intravenous administration, but diet may influence reflux or ulcer symptoms. Follow the clinician’s dietary advice.

Conditions:

• Liver disease
• Suspected gastric malignancy or alarm gastrointestinal symptoms
• History of low magnesium with prolonged acid suppression
• Osteoporosis or high fracture risk with long-term proton pump inhibitor use

Storage and Disposal

• Store in the original packaging according to the label instructions. Protect from excessive heat, light and moisture. Use prepared solution within the recommended period set by product information or facility protocol.
• Follow the storage temperature stated on the product label; do not freeze unless specifically instructed.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Dispose of unused medicine, vials, needles and clinical waste according to hospital, pharmacy or local healthcare waste procedures.

Disclaimer

This information is for educational and product listing purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Use only as prescribed and administered by qualified healthcare professionals. Consult a doctor or pharmacist for diagnosis, dosing, interactions, pregnancy or breastfeeding advice, side effects or emergencies.