Omez 20 vs Ocid 20: price, salt & differences
Omez 20 and Ocid 20 both contain Omeprazole 20 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Omez 20 by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd is ₹92.42 for 30 capsules (₹3.08 per capsule) and Ocid 20 by Zydus Cadila is ₹61.69 for 20 capsules (₹3.08 per capsule), so they cost the same per capsule. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Omez 20
Omeprazole 20 mg · Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
MRP ₹92.42 for 30
₹3.08 / capsule
Omeprazole 20 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Omez 20 | Ocid 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Omeprazole | Omeprazole |
| Strength | 20 mg | 20 mg |
| Manufacturer | Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd | Zydus Cadila |
| Pack size | 30 capsules | 20 capsules |
| MRP | ₹92.42 for 30 capsules | ₹61.69 for 20 capsules |
| ₹ per capsule | ₹3.08 per capsule | ₹3.08 per capsule |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Acid reflux (GERD) – heartburn and acid regurgitation. | Acid reflux (GERD) – heartburn and acid regurgitation. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Acid reflux and ulcer treatment; the oldest and cheapest PPI. Interacts with clopidogrel – tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner. | Same as Omez 20 – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Omez 20 और Ocid 20 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Omeprazole 20 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Omez 20 (Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd) की MRP ₹92.42 (30 capsules) है और Ocid 20 (Zydus Cadila) की MRP ₹61.69 (20 capsules)।
Is Omez 20 the same as Ocid 20?
Yes, medically. Both contain Omeprazole 20 mg in capsule form. They are made by different companies – Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd and Zydus Cadila – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Omez 20 or Ocid 20?
They cost the same per capsule: ₹3.08. Omez 20 is ₹92.42 for 30 capsules and Ocid 20 is ₹61.69 for 20 capsules, so only the pack size differs.
Can I take Ocid 20 instead of Omez 20?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Ocid 20 in place of Omez 20 if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Yes. Jan Aushadhi stores sell Omeprazole Gastro-resistant Capsules IP 20 mg at ₹9.29 for 10 – about ₹0.93 per capsule. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Omez 20 or Ocid 20?
Yes. Omeprazole is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Omez 20 vs Ocid 20 – why is the pack price so different?
Omez 20 comes as 30 capsules and Ocid 20 as 20 capsules, so the strip price differs but the cost per capsule is the same – ₹3.08 vs ₹3.08. Both are Omeprazole 20 mg.
Sources
- NHS – Omeprazole (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Omeprazole (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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