Prilosec® is used to treat various acid-related stomach and esophagus problems by blocking the production of acid in the stomach. If you suffer from persistent heartburn (and have tried to treat it and changed your diet), Prilosec® may be right for you.
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Prilosec |
30 - 10 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
60 - 10 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
90 - 10 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
30 - 20 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
90 - 20 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
30 - 40 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec |
90 - 40 mg Capsules |
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Prilosec® on Sale at Alfaus Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Prilosec Uses
Prilosec is used to treat various acid-related stomach and/or throat (esophagus) problems (e.g., GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome). It works by blocking the production of acid in the stomach. When using
Prilosec medication to treat certain ulcers, it may be prescribed along with certain antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin).
How to Use
Take Prilosec medication by mouth, usually once daily, 15 to 30 minutes before a meal; or as directed by your doctor. The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Do not crush or chew
Prilosec medication. Swallow the medication whole. If you take sucralfate in addition to
Prilosec medication, take your dose of omeprazole at least 30 minutes before your sucralfate.
Prilosec Side Effects
Headache, diarrhea, gas, or constipation, may occur. If any of these
Prilosec effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: rash, stomach/abdominal pain, back pain, unusual tiredness, dizziness, vomiting. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: chest pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin. An allergic reaction to
Prilosec drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it
occurs. Symptoms of an Prilosec allergic reaction include: rash,
itching, swelling, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, other stomach problems (e.g., tumors), any allergies.
Prilosec 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
Prilosec drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Prilosec Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: diazepam, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), hydantoins (e.g., phenytoin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), ampicillin, iron supplements, sucralfate, cilostazol. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Prilosec Overdose
If Prilosec 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.
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