BELMAZOL 20 mg HARD GASTRO-RESISTANT CAPSULES

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Belmazol 20 mg Hard Gastro-Resistant Capsules

Omeprazole

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack and other information

1. What is Belmazol 20 mg and what is it used for
2. What you need to know before you take Belmazol 20 mg
3. How to take Belmazol 20 mg
4. Possible side effects
5. Storage of Belmazol 20 mg
6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What is Belmazol 20 mg and what is it used for

Belmazol contains the active substance omeprazole. It belongs to a group of medicines called “proton pump inhibitors”. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid produced by the stomach.

Belmazol is used to treat the following conditions:

In adults:

• “Gastroesophageal reflux disease” (GERD). In this condition, stomach acid passes into the esophagus (the tube that connects the throat to the stomach), causing pain, inflammation, and heartburn.
• Ulcers in the upper part of the intestine (duodenal ulcer) or in the stomach (gastric ulcer).
• Ulcers infected by a bacterium called “Helicobacter pylori”. If you have this condition, your doctor may also prescribe antibiotics to treat the infection and allow the ulcer to heal.
• Ulcers caused by medicines called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Belmazol can be used to prevent the formation of ulcers if you are taking NSAIDs.
• Excess acid in the stomach caused by a tumor in the pancreas (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome).

In children:

Children over 1 year of age and ≥ 10 kg

• “Gastroesophageal reflux disease” (GERD). In this condition, stomach acid passes into the esophagus (the tube that connects the throat to the stomach), causing pain, inflammation, and heartburn.

In children, the symptoms of the disease may include the return of stomach contents to the mouth (regurgitation), vomiting, and insufficient weight gain.

Children over 4 years of age and adolescents

Ulcers infected by a bacterium called “Helicobacter pylori”. If your child has this condition, your doctor may also prescribe antibiotics to treat the infection and allow the ulcer to heal.

2. What you need to know before you take Belmazol 20 mg

Do not take Belmazol

• if you are allergic to omeprazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
• if you are allergic to medicines that contain proton pump inhibitors (e.g., pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole).
• if you are taking a medicine that contains nelfinavir (used to treat HIV infection).

If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Belmazol 20 mg hard gastro-resistant capsules.

Warnings and precautions

Belmazol may hide the symptoms of other diseases. Therefore, if you experience any of the following conditions before starting to take Belmazol 20 mg hard gastro-resistant capsules or during treatment, consult your doctor immediately if:

• You lose a lot of weight without any reason and have difficulty swallowing.
• You have stomach pain or indigestion.
• You start vomiting food or vomiting blood.
• Your stools are black (blood-stained feces).
• If you have severe or persistent diarrhea, as omeprazole has been associated with a slight increase in infectious diarrhea.

• You have severe liver problems.
• If you have ever had a skin reaction after treatment with a medicine similar to Belmazol to reduce stomach acid.

• If you get a skin rash, especially in areas of the skin exposed to the sun, consult your doctor as soon as possible, as it may be necessary to interrupt treatment with Belmazol. Remember to mention any other symptoms you may notice, such as joint pain.
• If you are scheduled to have a specific blood test (Chromogranin A)

When taking omeprazole, kidney inflammation may occur. The signs and symptoms may include decreased urine output or blood in the urine and/or hypersensitivity reactions such as fever, skin rash, and joint stiffness. You should report these signs to your doctor.

If you take Belmazol for a long period (more than 1 year), your doctor will probably perform regular check-ups. You should report any new or unusual symptoms and circumstances whenever you visit your doctor.

If you are taking proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole, especially for a period of more than one year, you may have a slightly increased risk of hip, wrist, and spine fractures. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (which can increase the risk of osteoporosis).

Omeprazole may interfere with some diagnostic tests (chromogranin A). To avoid these interferences, treatment with omeprazole should be stopped at least five days before measurement.

This medicine may affect the way your body absorbs vitamin B12, especially if you need to take it for a long time. Contact your doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms, which could indicate low levels of vitamin B12:

• Extreme tiredness or lack of energy
• Numbness
• Pain in the tongue or red tongue, mouth ulcers
• Muscle weakness
• Altered vision
• Memory problems, confusion, depression

Taking Belmazol with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or might use any other medicines. Belmazol may affect the way some medicines work and some medicines may affect Belmazol.

Do not take Belmazol if you are taking a medicine that contains nelfinavir(used to treat HIV infection).

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, or voriconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
• Digoxin (used to treat heart problems)
• Diazepam (used to treat anxiety, relax muscles, or in epilepsy)
• Phenytoin (used in epilepsy). If you are taking phenytoin, your doctor will need to monitor you when you start or stop treatment with omeprazole.
• Medicines used to prevent blood clots, such as warfarin or other vitamin K antagonists. Your doctor will need to monitor you when you start or stop treatment with omeprazole.
• Rifampicin (used to treat tuberculosis)
• Atazanavir (used to treat HIV infection)
• Tacrolimus (in cases of organ transplantation)
• St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) (used to treat mild depression)
• Cilostazol (used to treat intermittent claudication)
• Saquinavir (used to treat HIV infection)
• Clopidogrel (used to prevent blood clots (thrombi))
• Erlotinib (used to treat cancer)
• Methotrexate (chemotherapy medicine used in high doses to treat cancer). If you are taking a high dose of methotrexate, your doctor will need to temporarily stop treatment with omeprazole.

If your doctor has also prescribed the antibiotics amoxicillin and clarithromycin for you to treat ulcers caused by Helicobacter pyloriinfection, it is very important that you inform them of any other medicines you are taking.

Taking Belmazol with food and drinks

You can take your capsules with food or on an empty stomach.

Fertility, pregnancy, and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Your doctor will decide whether you can take Belmazol during this time.

Omeprazole passes into breast milk but it is unlikely to affect the baby when used in therapeutic doses. Your doctor will decide whether you can take Belmazol if you are breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

Belmazol is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use tools or machines. However, side effects such as dizziness and visual disturbances (see section 4) may occur. If this happens, do not drive or use machines.

Belmazol contains sucrose and sodium

This medicine contains sucrose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult them before taking this medicine.

Belmazol contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per capsule; this is essentially “sodium-free”.

3. How to take Belmazol 20 mg

Follow the instructions for administration of this medicine exactly as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

Your doctor will tell you how many capsules to take and for how long. This will depend on your condition and age.

The usual doses are indicated below.

Use in adults:

Treatment of symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation:

• If your doctor confirms that you have mild esophageal damage, the normal dose is 20 mg once a day for 4-8 weeks. Your doctor may prescribe a dose of 40 mg for another 8 weeks if the esophagus has not yet healed.
• The normal dose once the esophagus has healed is 10 mg once a day.
• If you do not have esophageal damage, the normal dose is 10 mg once a day.

Treatment of ulcers in the upper part of the intestine(duodenal ulcer):

• The normal dose is 20 mg once a day for 2 weeks. Your doctor may prescribe the same dose for another 2 weeks if the ulcer has not yet healed.
• If the ulcer does not heal completely, the dose may be increased to 40 mg once a day for 4 weeks.

Treatment of stomach ulcers(gastric ulcer):

• The normal dose is 20 mg once a day for 4 weeks. Your doctor may prescribe the same dose for another 4 weeks if the ulcer has not yet healed.
• If the ulcer does not heal completely, the dose may be increased to 40 mg once a day for 8 weeks.

Preventionof the recurrence of stomach and duodenal ulcers:

• The normal dose is 10 mg or 20 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase the dose to 40 mg once a day.

Treatment of stomach and duodenal ulcers caused by NSAIDs(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs):

• The normal dose is 20 mg once a day for 4-8 weeks.

Prevention of stomach and duodenal ulcersduring the administration of NSAIDs:

• The normal dose is 20 mg once a day

Treatment of ulcers causedby Helicobacter pyloriinfectionand prevention of their recurrence:

• The normal dose is 20 mg of omeprazole twice a day for one week.
• Your doctor will also prescribe two antibiotics, amoxicillin and clarithromycin.

Treatment of excess acid in the stomach caused by a tumor in the pancreas (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome):

• The usual dose is 60 mg per day.
• Your doctor will adjust the dose according to your needs and decide how long you need to take the medicine.

Use in children and adolescents:

Treatment of symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation

• Children over 1 year of age who weigh more than 10 kg can take omeprazole. The dose for children is based on body weight and the doctor will decide the correct dose.

Treatment of ulcers causedby Helicobacter pyloriinfectionand prevention of their recurrence:

• Children over 4 years of age can take omeprazole. The dose for children is based on body weight and the doctor will decide the correct dose.
• The doctor will also prescribe two antibiotics, amoxicillin and clarithromycin, for your child.

How to take this medicine

• It is recommended to take the capsules in the morning.
• You can take your capsules with food or on an empty stomach.
• Swallow the capsules whole with half a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the capsules, as they contain coated granules that prevent the medicine from being broken down by the acid in the stomach. It is important not to damage the granules.

What to do if you or your child have problems swallowing the capsules

• If you or your child have problems swallowing the capsules:
• • Open the capsules and swallow the contents directly with half a glass of water or pour the contents into a glass of non-carbonated water, acidic fruit juice (e.g., apple, orange, or pineapple), or apple sauce.
  • Always shake the mixture just before drinking it (the mixture will not be transparent). Then, drink the mixture immediately or within 30 minutes.
  • To make sure you have taken all the medicine, fill the glass with water to the half, rinse it well, and drink the water. The solid parts contain the medicine; do not chew or crush them.

If you take more Belmazol than you should

If you have taken more Belmazol than prescribed by your doctor, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately. You can also call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount taken.

If you forget to take Belmazol

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed doses.

If you stop taking Belmazol

Do not stop treatment with omeprazole without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Adverse Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them.

If you experience any of the following adverse effects, contact your doctor or go to the hospital immediately:

• Sudden whistling when breathing (sudden wheezing), swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat or body, skin rash, fainting or difficulty swallowing (severe allergic reaction). (Rare)
• Redness of the skin with blistering or peeling. Intense blisters and bleeding may also appear on the lips, eyes, mouth, nose, and genitals. This could be "Stevens-Johnson syndrome" or "toxic epidermal necrolysis". (Very rare)
• Widespread rash, high body temperature, and inflammation of the lymph nodes (DRESS syndrome or drug hypersensitivity syndrome). (Rare)
• A red, scaly, and widespread rash with bumps under the skin and blisters, accompanied by fever. Symptoms usually appear at the start of treatment (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis). (Rare)
• Yellowing of the skin, dark urine, and fatigue, which can be symptoms of liver problems. (Rare)

Other adverse effects are:

Common adverse effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)

• Headache.
• Effects on the stomach or intestine: diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, and gas (flatulence).
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Benign polyps in the stomach.

Uncommon adverse effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)

• Swelling of the feet and ankles.
• Sleep disorders (insomnia).
• Dizziness, tingling sensation, drowsiness.
• Feeling that everything is spinning (vertigo).
• Abnormal liver function tests.
• Skin rash, hives, and itching.
• Feeling of general discomfort and lack of energy.
• Fracture of the wrist, hip, or spine.

Rare adverse effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)

• Blood problems, such as a decrease in white blood cells or platelets. This can cause weakness or bruising and increase the risk of infection.
• Allergic reactions, sometimes very intense, including swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat, fever, and wheezing.
• Low sodium levels in the blood. This can cause weakness, vomiting, and cramps.
• Agitation, confusion, or depression.
• Taste disorders.
• Visual problems, such as blurred vision.
• Sudden feeling of difficult breathing (bronchospasm).
• Dry mouth.
• Inflammation of the mouth.
• Infection called "candidiasis" that can affect the intestine and is caused by a fungus.
• Liver problems, such as jaundice, which can cause yellowing of the skin, dark urine, and fatigue.
• Hair loss (alopecia).
• Skin rash with exposure to sunlight.
• Joint pain (arthralgia) or muscle pain (myalgia).
• Severe kidney problems (interstitial nephritis).
• Increased sweating.

Very rare adverse effects (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)

• Blood count disorders, such as agranulocytosis (lack of white blood cells).
• Aggression.
• Seeing, feeling, or hearing things that do not exist (hallucinations).
• Severe liver problems that cause liver failure and brain inflammation.
• Erythema multiforme.
• Muscle weakness. Enlargement of the breasts in men.

In very rare cases, omeprazole may affect the white blood cells in the blood and cause immunodeficiency. If you have an infection with symptoms such as fever with a severely deteriorated general condition or fever with symptoms of local infection, such as neck, throat, or mouth pain, or difficulty urinating, you should consult your doctor as soon as possible to perform a blood test and rule out a lack of white blood cells (agranulocytosis). It is essential that you provide information about the medication you are taking at that time.

Frequency unknown (cannot be estimated from available data)

• Inflammation of the intestine (which causes diarrhea).

• If you are taking omeprazole for more than three months, it is possible that the magnesium levels in your blood may decrease. Low magnesium levels can cause fatigue, muscle contractions, disorientation, convulsions, dizziness, and increased heart rate. If you experience any of these symptoms, go to the doctor immediately. Low magnesium levels can also cause a decrease in potassium and calcium levels in the blood. Your doctor may decide to perform periodic blood tests to monitor magnesium levels.

• Skin rash, possibly with joint pain.

Reporting adverse effects:

If you experience any adverse effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: http://www.notificaram.es. By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Belmazol 20 mg

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date that appears on the packaging after CAD. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

Store below 30°C.

Keep the bottle perfectly closed to protect it from moisture.

Medicines should not be thrown away through wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and unused medicines in the SIGRE Point of the pharmacy. In case of doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and unused medicines. This way, you will help protect the environment.

6. Package Contents and Additional Information

Composition of Belmazol 20 mg gastro-resistant hard capsules

• The active ingredient is omeprazole. Each capsule contains 20 mg of omeprazole.

• The other ingredients (excipients) are: sugar spheres (sucrose and cornstarch), sodium carboxymethyl starch type A (potato), sodium lauryl sulfate, povidone, trisodium hydroxide dodecahydrate, hypromellose, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer (1:1), triethyl citrate, titanium dioxide (E171), talc, and sodium hydroxide.

The capsule is composed of: erythrosine (E127), indigo carmine (E132), titanium dioxide (E171), gelatin, and quinoline yellow (E104).

Printing ink:Shellac, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, polyvinylpyrrolidone, and titanium dioxide (E171).

Product appearance and packaging contents

The Belmazol 20 mg capsules are formed by an orange body marked with a "20" and a blue cap marked with an "O", containing white-beige omeprazole microgranules.

Package sizes:

HDPE bottles with 14, 28, and 56 capsules.

Blisters of 14, 28, and 56 capsules.

Only some package sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer:

Holder

TEVA PHARMA, S.L.U.

Anabel Segura 11, Edificio Albatros B, 1st floor.

28108 Alcobendas, Madrid

Spain

Manufacturer

TEVA PHARMA, S.L.U.

Polígono Malpica, Calle C nº 4.

50016 Zaragoza.

Spain

Date of the last revision of this leaflet:July 2025

Detailed information about this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/