ATC Group: A02BC01 Omeprazole
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System
Hierarchical Position
Level
Code
Title
5
A02BC01
Omeprazole
Active Ingredients
Chemical substance
Description
Omeprazole
Omeprazole, a racemic mixture of two enantiomers reduces gastric acid secretion through a highly targeted mechanism of action. It is a specific inhibitor of the acid pump in the parietal cell. It is rapidly acting and provides control through reversible inhibition of gastric acid secretion with once daily dosing.
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