Synopsis:(S)-Omeprazole is the (S)-enantiomer of Omeprazole a gastric proton-pump inhibitor. (S)-Omeprazole is more potent that its (R)-enantiomer and is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease as well as gastrointestinal ulcers associated with Crohn's disease.
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(S)-Omeprazole is the (S)-enantiomer of Omeprazole a gastric proton-pump inhibitor. (S)-Omeprazole is more potent that its (R)-enantiomer and is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease as well as gastrointestinal ulcers associated with Crohn's disease.