Stylistics Analysis of Technical Writing Procedure of Maxirest Pharma Omeprazole Capsule Drug Information Leaflet

Waba, Indagiju Lawi

Department of Languages and Communication, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi

ABSTRACT

This study undertakes a stylistic analysis of the technical writing features employed in the drug information leaflet of Maxirest Pharma’s Omeprazole capsules. Guided by Crystal and Davy’s (1969) linguistic stylistic framework, the research explores key features such as clarity, structured organization, nominalization, passivation, complex noun clusters, and syntactic negation, all of which contribute to the formal and instructional tone characteristic of scientific and medical documentation. Graphological elements—headings, bullet points, punctuation, abbreviations, and acronyms—are analyzed for their role in enhancing readability and navigation. The analysis also highlights the use of medical register and technical jargon, which are critical in ensuring accuracy and audience-specific communication. Findings underscore the significance of stylistic precision in pharmaceutical leaflets for effective dissemination of medical information, ultimately promoting patient safety, comprehension, and proper medication adherence. These insights may inform future practices in medical writing, especially in the design of patient-friendly drug leaflets without compromising scientific accuracy.

Keywords: Stylistics Analysis, Technical Writing, Maxirest Pharma Omeprazole, Capsule Drug and Information Leaflet

CITE AS: Waba, Indagiju Lawi (2025). Stylistics Analysis of Technical Writing Procedure of Maxirest Pharma Omeprazole Capsule Drug Information Leaflet. NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LAW, COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGES, 5(2):12-17 https://doi.org/10.59298/NIJLCL/2025/5.2.121700