Does omeprazole contain titanium dioxide?

Does omeprazole include titanium dioxide in its ingredients?

Titanium dioxide is sometimes used in drug tablets and capsules as a colorant (for example, to create a white or opaque coating). Whether a specific omeprazole product contains it depends on the exact manufacturer and formulation (including the tablet/capsule strength and whether it is delayed-release or enteric-coated).

How can you check whether your specific omeprazole dose contains titanium dioxide?

Look at the “Inactive ingredients” on the product label or the package insert for your specific brand/manufacturer (for example, the 20 mg or 40 mg formulation). If titanium dioxide is present, it is typically listed by that name under inactive ingredients.

Why ingredient lists can differ between brands

Different omeprazole products (and sometimes even different lots or dosage forms) can use different excipients for coloring and tablet/capsule appearance. So one brand may include titanium dioxide while another may not.

If you tell me the brand name (and strength, e.g., omeprazole 20 mg) or what the bottle label says under “inactive ingredients,” I can help you interpret whether titanium dioxide is listed.