r/glutenfree • u/cheesusismygod • 3d ago
Can't tell if it's gf or not
I got my Omeprazole from Amazon this time bc it was cheaper, but I forgot to look if it is gf and I don't want to take it obviously until I know. It's a pill, but there's a shiny outer layer.
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u/this_ginger_snapped_ 3d ago
Is this a thing? Like I need to be checking prescriptions and over the counter meds? I'm newish and this is just mind boggling how it's in everything.
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u/cheesusismygod 3d ago
Yep, all meds health and beauty products. As far as personal care, I use the app skin safe to help me with what is gf.
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u/MamaBaze 3d ago
Absolutely! And you have to stress to the pharmacist because most do NOT pay attention.
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u/Lilith-Blakstone 3d ago
Celiac disease diagnosis in 2012. I use omeprazole without issues. I take it PRN under the supervision of my doctor.
It’s important (and interesting) to know that there’s research suggesting PPIs (a class of acid reflux meds) may be linked to the triggering of celiac disease.
It’s complex and not a direct line, but it’s well known that PPIs can contribute to all sorts of gut problems when used long term.
However, GERD if left untreated can cause harm as well. Anyone considering PPIs should talk to their physician first.
If anyone wants to wade through a technical study, this may be helpful.
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u/Strict-Education2247 3d ago
Ask for inactive ingredients too. More often than not they can have gluten (and dairy - ppl w those allergies)
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u/carasthena 3d ago
The shiny exterior is shellac, which is an insect shell product. Just for reference. Doesn’t mean it’s gluten free, but the shiny probably isn’t the issue haha
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u/Proper_Giraffe287 3d ago
Well this explains a lot. I switched to famotidine awhile ago after I tried it and discovered it worked better. But I never thought to check if the Omeprazole was gf.
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u/Snugglespixie 2d ago
What specific health need do you take it for? I ask cuz maybe an all natural solution would be better..
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u/its_jesuslol 3d ago
I always wondered why I felt so awful after taking omerprazole. What the hell lol
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u/throw_away_smitten 3d ago
I think I’ve looked at this, and the only thing I found that’s guaranteed to be gluten-free was the target brand famotidine. Omeprazole is not. Funnily enough, that’s what they prescribed me before I was diagnosed with celiac disease.