Omeprazole
GastrointestinalA proton-pump inhibitor in the gastric parietal cells. It irreversibly inhibits the H+/K+-ATPase enzyme, strongly and durably reducing gastric acid secretion, which helps heal and prevent gastric ulcers (particularly in horses).
Drug class
Gastrointestinal
Registered species
1
Recorded effects
0
Related products
6
Pharmacological information
A class-level scientific overview for general reference — no doses. The ultimate reference is always the locally approved product leaflet and consultation with a veterinarian.
Mechanism of action
A proton-pump inhibitor in the gastric parietal cells. It irreversibly inhibits the H+/K+-ATPase enzyme, strongly and durably reducing gastric acid secretion, which helps heal and prevent gastric ulcers (particularly in horses).
Indications
- Treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers, particularly in horses
Contraindications & warnings
- Caution in hepatic impairment
- May reduce the absorption of drugs that depend on an acidic gastric environment
Drug interactions
- May alter the absorption of other drugs by reducing gastric acidity
Withdrawal periods
Note: Source: UK Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). The figures are a guidance reference that may differ from the product registered in your country — always verify the locally approved leaflet and consult a veterinarian before slaughter or consuming products.
Omeproshield 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Limited
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
GastroGard 370 mg/g Oral Paste
Oral paste · Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Limited
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Omeprogard 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
EU Pharma Omeprazole 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Omepratex 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Gastazole 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Recorded adverse effects
openFDA veterinary reports — the numbers are report counts, not a severity rate.
No adverse-effect data recorded for this ingredient yet.
Related products
Omeproshield 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Limited
GastroGard 370 mg/g Oral Paste
Oral paste · Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Limited
Omeprogard 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
EU Pharma Omeprazole 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
Omepratex 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
Gastazole 370 mg/g Oral Paste for Horses
Oral paste · Chanelle Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Ltd
Sources
- •Withdrawal periods: UK Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD).
- •European Medicines Agency (EMA) — Veterinary medicines
- •Merck Veterinary Manual — Pharmacology
- •Always verify the locally approved leaflet and consult a veterinarian.