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Prilosec ® OTC (over-the-counter)Page 2
Omeprazole (chemical name) Pronunciation - o-MEP-ra-zole
Prilosec (brand name)
How Prilosec OTC Works For Your Frequent Heartburn
Prilosec OTC works differently from other OTC heartburn products, such as antacids and other acid reducers. Prilosec OTC stops acid production at the source, the acid pump that produces stomach acid. Prilosec OTC is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days.
What To Expect When Using Prilosec OTC
Prilosec OTC is a different type of medicine from antacids and other acid reducers. Prilosec OTC may take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. Make sure you take the entire 14 days of dosing to treat your frequent heartburn.
When To Talk To Your Doctor About Prilosec OTC
Do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor.
Warnings And When To Ask Your Doctor About Prilosec OTC
Allergy Alert: Do not use if you are allergic to Prilosec (omeprazole).
Do Not Use Prilosec OTC If You Have
- Trouble or pain swallowing food
- Vomiting with blood
- Bloody or black stools
These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask A Doctor Before You Use Prilosec OTC If You Have
- Had hearburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition
- Heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
- Chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
- Frequent chest pain
- Frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
- Unexplained weight loss
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain
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