Prilosec 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 Prilosec to treat certain ulcers, it may be prescribed along with certain antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin).
How is Prilosec Taken?
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.
Prilosec Warnings/Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, other stomach problems (e.g., tumors), any allergies. This Prilosec 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.
Missed Dose
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.
Possible Prilosec Side Effects
This Prilosec 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 Prilosec 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.
Storage
Store Prilosec at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Prilosec Overdose
If overdose of Prilosec 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 Information
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 Prilosec you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Prilosec Disclaimer
This Prilosec drug information is for your information purposes only, it should not be taken that this med profile covers all uses, directions, drug reactions, precautions, or side effects of your Prilosec. This med profile is only for your general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose nor construed as containing any specific instructions for a particular patient. There is no warranty, either expressed or implied in regard to the above Prilosec information.
