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omeprazole
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o·mep·ra·zole  (-mpr-zl)
n.
A drug that suppresses gastric acid secretion and is used for the treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
[Perhaps o(xy)- + me(thyl) + -prazole, antiulcer agent suff. (ultimately from (benzimid)azole).]
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Noun1.omeprazole - antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
Prilosec
alkaliser, alkalizer, antacid, antiacid, gastric antacid - an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach)
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