omeprazole

noun

omep·​ra·​zole ō-ˈme-prə-ˌzōl 

-ˈmē-,

-ˌzȯl 

: a benzimidazole derivative C₁₇H₁₉N₃O₃S that inhibits gastric acid secretion

Examples of omeprazole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But pantoprazole is less likely to have a negative effect compared with other PPIs, such as omeprazole (Prilosec).8 Taking pantoprazole together with warfarin can affect the blood clotting process. —Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2025

One study found that curcumin could be as effective as Prilosec (omeprazole), a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat the condition.15 However, consuming ginger and turmeric shots with large amounts of turmeric may worsen nausea. 6. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 25 Feb. 2025

Taking 500 milligrams of turmeric four times a day may be as beneficial as medications that treat indigestion, such as Prilosec (omeprazole). —Alex Yampolsky, Health, 27 Jan. 2025

One study compared the effectiveness of Prilosec (omeprazole) and psyllium fiber supplements on symptoms of functional constipation (constipation without a specific cause) in people with GERD. —Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary omepr- (of unknown origin) + benzimidazole

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for omeprazole

• arteriole
• levamisole
• amphibole
• asystole
• buttonhole
• casserole
• centriole
• decontrol
• glycerol
• metropole
• monopole
• multipole

Medical Definition

omeprazole

noun

omep·​ra·​zole ō-ˈmep-rə-ˌzōl  -ˈmē-prə- 

-ˌzȯl

: a drug C₁₇H₁₉N₃O₃S that inhibits gastric acid secretion and is taken orally in the short-term treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and disorders (such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome) involving gastric acid hypersecretion

Note: Omeprazole is a benzimidazole derivative that acts by inhibiting the activity of proton pumps in the stomach. It is marketed under the trademark Prilosec.