Omeprazole — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Drug Class: Proton pump inhibitor
Proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux and stomach ulcers.
Nutrients That Omeprazole May Deplete
Long-term use of Omeprazole is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin B12
- Magnesium
- Calcium
- Iron
- Zinc
- Vitamin C
- Folic acid
- Vitamin D
Common Side Effects of Omeprazole
- Infection risk
- Bone fractures
- Kidney problems
- B12 deficiency
Key Drug Interactions — Omeprazole
Omeprazole has 5 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Clopidogrel
- Methotrexate
- Digoxin
- HIV medications
- Antifungals
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Omeprazole deplete nutrients?
Yes. Omeprazole has been associated with depletion of Vitamin B12, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin C, Folic acid, Vitamin D based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Omeprazole deplete?
Omeprazole is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin B12, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin C, Folic acid, Vitamin D. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Omeprazole?
Common side effects associated with Omeprazole include: Infection risk; Bone fractures; Kidney problems; B12 deficiency.