Prilosec OTC Omeprazole 20mg Delayed-Release Acid Reducer for Frequent Heartburn Tablets
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Highlights
- BLOCKS HEARTBURN BEFORE IT STARTS. Starts working on Day 1* to prevent excess acid production, tackling the root cause of your heartburn instead of just masking the symptoms
- SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE HEARTBURN RELIEF. Just 1 pill each morning is all it takes for 24 hour relief. No more juggling multiple doses or treatments
- ZERO HEARTBURN* FOR 24 HOURS WITH 1 PILL A DAY. Each pill contains active ingredient omeprazole 20mg, an acid reducer that provides long-lasting, heartburn relief*
- ALL-DAY & ALL-NIGHT HEARTBURN PROTECTION so you can live life heartburn-free*, unlike Antacids which only last 1 - 3 hours**. **Use all heartburn medications as directed.
- #1 DOCTOR & GASTROENTEROLOGIST RECOMMENDED frequent heartburn medicine for over 15 years. IQVIA ProVoice Survey, 2005 - 2022.
Description
*Zero heartburn is possible with Prilosec OTC. Not for immediate relief. Take one pill a day & use as directed for 14 days to treat frequent heartburn. May take 1 to 4 days for full effect.
Active ingredients
Purpose
Acid Reducer..Do not use if you have:
Do not use if you have:: trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools,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. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.Ask a doctor before use if you have:
Ask a doctor before use if you have:: had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition,frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn,unexplained weight loss,nausea or vomiting,stomach pain.Stop use and ask a doctor if:
Stop use and ask a doctor if:: your heartburn continues or worsens,you need to take this product for more than 14 days,you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months,you get diarrhea,you develop a rash of joint pain.Directions
Tips for Managing Heartburn: Do not lie flat or bend over after eating. Do not wear tight-fitting clothing around the stomach. Do not eat before bedtime. Raise the head of your bed. Avoid heartburn-causing foods such as rich, spicy, fatty or fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and certain fruits and vegetables. Eat slowly and avoid big meals. If overweight, lose weight. Quit smoking.For Adults 18 Years of Age and Older
This product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days. It may take 1 to 4 days for full effect; some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. 14-Day Course of Treatment: Swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water before eating in the morning; take every day for 14 days; do not take more than 1 tablet a day; do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor; swallow whole. Do not chew or crush tablets. Repeated 14-Day Courses (If needed): You may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months; do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor.Children Under 18 Years of Age
Ask a doctor. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.Other information
Read the directions and warnings before use. Keep the carton. It contains important information. Store at 20 - 25 degrees C (68 - 77 degrees F) and protect from moisture.Inactive ingredients
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Q: For the people who can't swallow the pill, can we put the pill in water so it will dissolve.
A: We recommend following the directions on the label, and to swallow Prilosec OTC whole.
submitted byPrilosecOTC - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: can this be cut in half?
A: No, breaking, cutting, or crushing a tablet will damage or destroy the pellets.
submitted byPrilosecOTC - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does Prilosec help with cough related to GERD
A: You should check with your doctor first. Prilosec OTC is intended to treat frequent heartburn (heartburn arising 2 or more days a week), and should not be taken more than once a day or for more than 14 days in a row, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
submitted byPrilosecOTC - 6 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can this be crushed and put through a g tube.
A: No, please do not crush them and use as directed.
submitted byPrilosecOTC - 7 months agoBrand expert
Q: What are the side affects when taking Prilocec?
A: Doctors have prescribed Prilosec for years to treat acid-related conditions in millions of people safely. Prilosec OTC is now available over-the-counter to treat frequent heartburn. Of the side effects reported with the use of Prilosec OTC, the most common are headache and diarrhea.
submitted byPrilosecOTC - 8 months agoBrand expert