Drug Uses

Prilosec is used to treat -related esophagus problems. If you persistent heartburn (and to treat it and diet) Prilosec may be right . Prilosec (Omeprazole) is used to treat -related / or throat (esophagus) problems (e.g., GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome). When medication to treat , it may be prescribed certain antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin).

How Taken

Prilosec is a delayed-release , taken once a day (every 24 hours) for 14 days . You take it for 14 days or repeat a 14-day often 4 months by a doctor. Do not crush, break, or chew . This well Prilosec works in the body.

Warnings/Precautions

Tell your , especially of: liver problems, other (e.g., tumors), any allergies. This be used clearly pregnancy. Discuss and your doctor. It is not this into . Because of the to the infant, breast-feeding this drug is not recommended. Consult before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

Take dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost the , skip dose your schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Possible Side Effects

This cause diarrhea, constipation, stomachache, nausea, gas, loss of appetite, headache, or dizziness few days as your to it. If these or become bothersome, inform . Unlikely your doctor if you or joint pain, nervousness, sleep disturbances, cough, chest pain, unusual thirst, change in amount of urine or vision changes. This rarely of hair, ringing in the ears, swelling of the stomach or fatigue. In the you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek attention. Symptoms of an allergic rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing. If you effects above, contact or pharmacist.

Storage

Store at room 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away and moisture.

Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact poison or emergency . Symptoms of overdose : confusion, unusual sweating, blurred vision, unusually , seizures.

More Information

Prilosec is not appropriate if you:
-have heartburn
-have of heartburn a week or less
-want of heartburn.
Tell of all nonprescription may use. Do not start or stop without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Disclaimer

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