Prilosec OTC (Omeprazole) is an over-the-counter medication used to treat heartburn, ulcers, and other conditions caused by too much acid in the stomach. These conditions include gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and erosive esophagitis. The proton pump are enzymes that produce stomach acid to aid food digestion. The active ingredient in Prilosec OTC is Omeprazole. Omeprazole belongs to a class of medications called proton pump inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of the proton pump to reduce stomach acid production.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the generic Omeprazole heartburn control from Canada in the strength of 20 mg capsules. The brand Prilosec OTC is not available.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Prilosec OTC. The most common side effects of Prilosec OTC may include the following:
• Diarrhea;
• Fever;
• Headache;
• Nausea;
• Stomach pain
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Seizure;
• Severe stomach pain;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat;
• Unusual pain in your wrist, hip, back, or thigh
These are not all of the side effects of Prilosec OTC. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Prilosec OTC if you are allergic to Omeprazole or any ingredient in Prilosec OTC. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant;
• Have bloody stools;
• Have frequent chest pain;
• Have heartburn that has lasted for over three months;
• Have kidney problems;
• Have liver disease;
• Have osteoporosis;
• Have unexplained weight loss
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Prilosec OTC and other medicines, like clopidogrel, digoxin, rifampin, methotrexate, St. John’s wort, etc. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is unknown if Prilosec OTC will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Omeprazole passes into breast milk and may harm your nursing infant. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes. Prilosec OTC is a capsule. Swallow the capsule whole. If you cannot swallow, open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow immediately without chewing. Do not save it for later. Use this medicine for your full dosing schedule even if your symptoms quickly improve. Omeprazole is not used for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms. Take Prilosec OTC 14 days in a row. It may take 1 to 4 days for your symptoms to improve. Allow at least four months before starting a new course of 14-day treatment. You are more likely to have a broken bone if you take this drug long-term or more than once per day. Store this drug at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.