Prilosec
Drug Uses
Prilosec is used to treat various acid-related stomach and
esophagus problems. If you suffer from persistent heartburn
(and have tried to treat it and changed your diet) Prilosec
may be right for you. Prilosec (Omeprazole) is used to treat
various acid-related stomachs and / or throat (esophagus)
problems (e.g., GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison
Syndrome). When using this medication to treat certain ulcers,
it may be prescribed along with certain antibiotics (e.g.,
amoxicillin, clarithromycin).
Prilosec is a delayed-release 20mg tablet,
taken once a day (every 24 hours) for 14 days before eating.
You should not take it for more than 14 days or repeat a 14-day
course more often than every 4 months unless directed by a
doctor. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. This decreases
how well Prilosec works in the body.
Tell your doctor your medical history,
especially of: liver problems, other stomach problems (e.g.,
tumors), any allergies. This medication should be used only
when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug
passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to
the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip
the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
This medication may cause diarrhea, constipation,
stomachache, nausea, gas, loss of appetite, headache, or dizziness
the first few days as your body adjusts to it. If these effects
persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Unlikely
but tell your doctor if you develop back or joint pain, nervousness,
sleep disturbances, cough, chest pain, unusual thirst, change
in amount of urine or vision changes. This medication may
rarely cause loss of hair, ringing in the ears, swelling of
the stomach or fatigue. In the unlikely event you have an
allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling,
dizziness or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Store at room temperature between 59 and
86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include: confusion, unusual sweating,
blurred vision, unusually fast heartbeat, seizures.
Prilosec is not appropriate if you:
-have only occasional heartburn
-have one episode of heartburn a week or less
-want immediate relief of heartburn.
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication
you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
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