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EspañolPrilosec Otc overview
BRAND NAMES:
First-Omeprazole, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Omeprazole, Good Sense Omeprazole, PriLOSEC, PriLOSEC OTC, Quality Choice Omeprazole Magnesium, Sunmark Omeprazole, TopCare Omeprazole, TopCare Omeprazole, Sunmark Omeprazole, TopCare Omeprazole, TopCare Omeprazole
Generic Names:
Prilosec Otc
Uses:
Treats heartburn, a damaged esophagus, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), conditions that cause your stomach to make too much acid. This medicine is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
Therapeutic Classes:
Gastric Acid Secretion Inhibitor
Forms:
Delayed Release Capsule, Packet, Powder for Suspension, Delayed Release Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Prilosec Otc come in
Delayed Release Capsule
Packet
Powder for Suspension
Delayed Release Tablet
What are common Prilosec Otc doses?
Box 14 Tablets Delayed Release
Box 28 Tablets Delayed Release
Box 42 Tablets Delayed Release
Common Prilosec Otc prescriptions
PriLOSEC OTC
14 tablets delayed release boxPriLOSEC OTC
28 tablets delayed release boxPriLOSEC OTC
42 tablets delayed release box
Prilosec Otc contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to omeprazole or similar medicines.
Prilosec Otc warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, or osteoporosis.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Kidney problemsIncreased risk of broken bones in the hip, wrist, or spine (more likely if used several times per day or longer than 1 year)LupusFundic gland polyps (abnormal growth in the upper part of your stomach)
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Prilosec Otc interactions
Do not use omeprazole if you are also using medicines that contain rilpivirine.
Some medicines can affect how omeprazole works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Amoxicillin, atazanavir, cilostazol, citalopram, clarithromycin, clopidogrel, cyclosporine, dasatinib, digoxin, disulfiram, erlotinib, itraconazole, ketoconazole, methotrexate, mycophenolate mofetil, nelfinavir, nilotinib, phenytoin, rifampin, saquinavir, St John's wort, tacrolimus, voriconazoleBenzodiazepine medicine (including diazepam)Blood thinner (including warfarin)Diuretic (water pill)Iron supplements
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Prilosec Otc side effects
Serious Side Effects
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, weight loss
Joint pain, rash on your cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun
Fever, joint pain, swelling in the body, unusual weight gain, change in how much or how often you urinate
Severe diarrhea, stomach cramps
Seizures, dizziness, uneven heartbeat, muscle cramps or twitching
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild diarrhea or stomach pain
Headache