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Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea |  | Brand: Prilosec
Category: Health and Beauty
List Price: $29.99
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Ingredients: Active Ingredients: (in each tablet): Omeprazole magnesium delayed-release tablet 20. 6 mg (equiv. to 20mg omeprazole - acid reducer).
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 2.3 x 4.8 x 3.7
Model: OTC
UPC: 037000359074
EAN: 0037000359074
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| Features:
| • | One package of 42-count acid reducer delayed release tablets | | • | Targets acid production by directly shutting down many active acid pumps; a single pill works for up to 24 hours | | • | Delayed-release acid-reducing tablets for treating frequent heartburn | | • | Designed for heartburn that occurs two or more days per week | | • | Not intended for immediate relief; may take 1 to 4 days for full effect |
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Product Description
24-Hour Heartburn Relief with One Pill a Day Use as directed for 14 days. Prilosec OTC is different from other over-the-counter heartburn medications. It targets acid production by directly shutting down many active acid pumps, and it works for up to 24 hours with one pill a day. This means you can get heartburn relief around the clock with one pill a day. No other over-the-counter heartburn medication works like that. Facts about Prilosec OTC: It s the first proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to be available over the counter for the treatment of frequent heartburn. It s for people with frequent heartburn (two or more days per week). One pill a day works to relieve heartburn for up to 24 hours as part of a 14-day course of therapy. Prilosec OTC is to be used once a day for 14 days, or as directed by your doctor. Prilosec OTC is different from other over-the-counter heartburn medication. The lining of your stomach produces acid through millions of tiny acid pumps. When you eat, these pumps switch on to produce the acid that breaks down food. Prilosec OTC works by directly blocking many active pumps. Your stomach still produces enough acid to digest the food you eat. But by reducing the acid, Prilosec OTC lessens the chance that you will suffer from frequent heartburn. Prilosec OTC directly shuts down many active pumps and each daily dose works up to 24 hours. Use as directed as part of a 14-day course of therapy.
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 If you have acid reflux, you should try this. December 21, 2003
Jim Turner (San Diego, CA USA)
24 out of 24 found this review helpful
This is one of the top money-making drugs of all time, and for good reason. It works. I used to have pretty bad acid reflux. I would chew Pepcid Complete (which is an antacid drug combined with a base to neutralize acid) after every meal, as if they were after-dinner mints. Now, I just take Prilosec once a day, and now I almost never suffer from heartburn, and when I do, it is not as bad as it used to be. Trust me on this. This drug works differently than Pepcid or Zantac (I have a Ph.D in biology), so if those drugs don't work for you, don't be afraid to give this a try.
Prilosec (Omeprazole) Works - Period! October 7, 2005
James Koenig (Minnesota)
22 out of 23 found this review helpful
For those that suffer with frequent heartburn or have frequent instances of gastric reflux, Prilosec is a literal lifesaver.
Stomach acid is strong stuff (pH of 1), and belongs in the stomach, not in the esophagus, where it can cause burning of the esophageal lining (hertburn). If this happens frequently, the esophagus can be badly damaged. Gastro-esophageal Reflex Disease (GERD)can also cause severe erosive damage to the teeth if stomach acid is burped into the mouth frequently. The tooth enamel is literally eroded away, and teeth become very sensitive and permanently damaged.
To save your teeth and esophagus, Prilosec has come to the rescue. Prilosec is a former prescription product in a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. This means that the effect of Prilosec is to decrease stomach acid production. This is also beneficial for treatment of stomach ulcers, which need a minimal acid environment to heal.
Prilosec is taken once a day for 14 days in a typical course (thus, it is generally packaged in groups of 14 tablets). Most people have considerable relief beyond the 14 day course. It is not a product to take for immediate (within minutes) treatment of heartburn. The insert on the box states it takes at least a day to 4 days to reach its full effect. Each person will vary in terms of relief and how long the relief lasts.
Prilosec is a very good medicine for the treatment of GERD. It is in the same class as Prevacid, so if Prilosec gives you undesirable side effects, try Prevacid and the side effects may be lessened.
Jim "Konedog" Koenig, Dentist
A Lifesaver! June 24, 2005
Scott Pointon (Crest Hill, IL United States)
20 out of 22 found this review helpful
As my acid reflux worsened over the years, I made the usual progression from antacid tablets, to Pepcid AC, and eventually to prescription medications like Prevacid and Nexium. Prevacid works great but it still requires a prescription and Nexium caused side effects in me. Once Prilosec was offered over the counter I gave it a try and was very impressed. After a week or two of taking it every day, I was able to decrease the dosage to the point where I only take it as needed now. Once I feel heartburn starting, or I eat something guaranteed to give me heartburn, I just take one of these and its gone in about 30 minutes...and when I say gone I mean gone for 10-12 hours.
I highly recommend this product to anyone who suffers acid reflux or chronic heartburn.
The only thing that works for me! December 21, 2006
Modern Blue Argonaut (In my spaceship, making blueberry pancakes)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I have been a Prilosec user for about four years now. In the past, I would do the 2 week recommended period, then stop for a couple of weeks, and continue that cycle. My acid reflux never got any better except on the days I took the Prilosec. The day I would stop it would be right back. Finally, I found out that most people take it as a maintenace medication, so I started taking it once a day without fail and my acid reflux was finally gone forever! I used to wake up all night long with severe esophageal pain, sometimes vomiting right in bed from all the acid. It was such a nightmare. I would end up taking a half bottle of tums which still wouldn't work, and sleep sitting up. I tried every over the counter medication out there with no relief at all until Prilosec. It truly is a miracle drug. For those of you out there with acid reflux, don't suffer any longer! Try this and give it about 3 days to start working, and you will be able to turn your sleep and your life around. Amazon often has specials such as spend $49 on groceries (this qualifies) and get $10 off your order. By all means, double up on Prilosec and do this.... I am now 2 years acid reflux free! It's not so bad, if I miss a day now, I don't suffer at all.
The best treatment for major heartburn :-) July 23, 2006
Little Miss Cutey (Melbourne, Australia)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I use this in Australia under the name Losec. It's only available by prescription. However, one day while in the States, I needed a second pill (I usually take only one a day) and they were back in the room. I went to Ralphs and picked this up. It's identical and therefore works just as amazingly. If you really suffer from true heartburn and GERD, try over the counter medications first, and then if unsuccessful, see your physician and see what they have to say. This medication is a true lifesaver. I can't describe what the pain can be like if that acid begins to rise into your upper chest and throat. It kills, but this tames it and I cannot litterally live a comfortable life without it. Only take one a day (although admittedly depending on something you ate or whatever, you may need a second one later in the day). This is the best stuff around.
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