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Would taking Omeprazole before a blood test affect the results for cholesterol?

Basically, my doctor wants me to get blood work to test my cholesterol and wants me to be fast. Would taking the omeprazole in the morning affect the results?

Male | 31 years old

3 Answers

Hematologist(BloodSpecialist)Hematologist
Hi there! The medication you are asking about, Omeprazole, will not affect the results of your blood work, specifically your cholesterol panel. It will be safe to take as prescribed, and you will not need to hold this medication before your test. Sincerely, Tabitha Beck, FNPBC
Yes
Taking omeprazole with water before drawing cholesterol should not affect it.