Information
About Prilosec
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following
information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of the drug
is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before using this drug.
OMEPRAZOLE DELAYED RELEASE - ORAL
(oh-MEH-pruh-zole)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Prilosec
USES: Omeprazole is used to treat various acid-related
stomach and/or throat (esophagus) problems (e.g.,
GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison
Syndrome). It works by blocking the production of
acid in the stomach. When using this medication to
treat certain ulcers, it may be prescribed along with
certain antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth,
usually once daily, 15 to 30 minutes before a meal;
or as directed by your doctor. The dosage and length
of treatment is based on your medical condition and
response to therapy. Do not crush or chew the medication.
Swallow the medication whole. If you take sucralfate
in addition to this medication, take your dose of
omeprazole at least 30 minutes before your sucralfate.
PRILOSEC SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, diarrhea,
gas, or constipation, may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor
immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:
rash, stomach/abdominal pain, back pain, unusual tiredness,
dizziness, vomiting. Tell your doctor immediately
if any of these unlikely but serious side effects
occur: chest pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin.
An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but
seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical
history, especially of: liver problems, other stomach
problems (e.g., tumors), any allergies. This medication
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.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all
prescription and nonprescription medication you may
use, especially: diazepam, "blood thinners"
(e.g., warfarin), hydantoins (e.g., phenytoin), azole
antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), ampicillin,
iron supplements, sucralfate, cilostazol. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose 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.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to
monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as
soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the
next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between
59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from
light and moisture.
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