Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea | 
| Brand: Prilosec
List Price: $29.99
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Rating:  47 reviews
Sales Rank: 35
Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 2.3 x 4.8 x 3.7
UPC: 037000359074
EAN: 0037000359074
ASIN: B0000AN9L7
Release Date: April 30, 2007
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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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| Customer Reviews: Read 42 more reviews...
 Prilosec (Omeprazole) Works - Period! October 7, 2005
James Koenig (Minnesota)
24 out of 26 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)
19 out of 25 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.
If you have acid reflux, you should try this. December 21, 2003
Jim Turner (San Diego, CA USA)
15 out of 16 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.
The best treatment for major heartburn :-) July 23, 2006
Little Miss Cutey (Melbourne, Australia)
12 out of 12 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.
Still one of the best acid fighters there is ... July 10, 2006
Anne (Chicago, IL)
11 out of 13 found this review helpful
A great proton pump inhibitor. Every patient is different but in my experience good old Prilosec is often a fantastic choice. Patients don't need a prescription to buy it and it's been on the market so long that it's proven to be safe and reliable. Based on my own clinical knowledge it works at least as well as Nexium and many of the other competing PPIs. Highly recommended for all heartburn and acid reflux sufferers. If you try it and it doesn't work for you, move onto the more expensive scrips; but try this one first!
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