SPL Set ID: 1aafe2e2-4c0d-4784-b757-b526e57c1468

The active ingredient in omeprazole delayed-release capsules is a substituted benzimidazole, 5-methoxy2-[[(4-methoxy-3, 5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl) methyl] sulfinyl]1H-benzimidazole, a compound that inhibits gastric acid secretion. Its empirical formula is C 17 H 19 N 3 O 3 S, with a molecular weight of 345.42. The structural formula is: Omeprazole is a white to off white powder. Melts between 150°C and 160°C, with decomposition. It is very slightly soluble in water, soluble in dichloromethane. Sparingly soluble in methanol and alcohol (95%). Omeprazole delayed-release capsules meets USP USP Dissolution Test 2. Omeprazole is supplied as delayed-release capsules for oral administration. Each delayed-release capsule contains 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg of omeprazole in the form of enteric coated pellets with the following inactive ingredients: glyceryl monostearate, hypromellose (5cps), meglumine, methacrylic acid copolymer, poloxamer, sugar globules, talc, titanium dioxide, and triethyl citrate. The capsule shells have the following inactive ingredients: black iron oxide, D & C Red 28, FD & C Blue 1, FD & C Red 40, gelatin, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide. image description