Prilosec Medicine
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Prilosec is approved in the treatment of conditions affecting the stomach, esophagus, and intestines. This eMedTV article discusses the various types of conditions the medication is used to treat, explains how it works, lists side effects, and more.
For people taking Prilosec, side effects can include things such as headaches, diarrhea, and back pain. This eMedTV page describes the common and rare side effects of Prilosec, and explains which side effects may require immediate medical attention.
Although it is rare, weight gain is a possible side effect of Prilosec. This part of the eMedTV archives describes some of the things you can do if you are taking Prilosec and weight gain occurs, such as exercising regularly and changing your diet.
This eMedTV page explains that clinical trials showed that less than 1 percent of people taking Prilosec reported insomnia as a side effect. This page also lists some of the things you can do if you're taking Prilosec and insomnia becomes a problem.
In clinical studies, less than 1 percent of people taking Prilosec reported a dry mouth as a side effect. This eMedTV page lists some things you can do if you are taking Prilosec and dry mouth occurs (such as sipping water or sugarless drinks often).
Diarrhea appears to be a common side effect of Prilosec. This portion of the eMedTV library explores Prilosec and diarrhea in more detail, explaining how often diarrhea occurs in people taking Prilosec and discussing other possible causes of diarrhea.
There are many possible side effects of Prilosec, and hair loss, while rare, appears to be one of them. This eMedTV resource discusses Prilosec and hair loss in more detail, explaining what to do if you notice hair loss while taking the medication.
Prilosec uses include the treatment of several conditions of the stomach, esophagus, and intestines. This eMedTV resource discusses the specific uses in more detail and also explains an off-label use of Prilosec to prevent ulcers due to NSAIDs.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains the factors that will affect your dosage of Prilosec, such as age, the condition being treated, and other medicines you are taking. This page also offers some suggestions on when and how to take Prilosec.
Iron supplements and Celexa are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Prilosec. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at these and other potential Prilosec interactions and explains how these interactions can lead to problems.
Combining Celexa and Prilosec may cause a drug interaction, possibly increasing your risk of side effects. This eMedTV article discusses this Celexa interaction with Prilosec in more detail, explaining what to do if you take these two drugs together.
Prilosec is generally not recommended for people who have severe liver problems. This eMedTV page highlights other Prilosec warnings and precautions, such as the safety of taking the drug when pregnant or breastfeeding and potential drug interactions.
Symptoms of a Prilosec overdose may include an increased heart rate, confusion, blurred vision, and nausea. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other possible effects of overdosing on Prilosec, and explains how a Prilosec overdose is treated.
Prilosec is considered a pregnancy Category C drug, which means it may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV resource provides more information about this topic, including what to do if you become pregnant while taking Prilosec.
Prilosec does pass through breast milk. Therefore, as this eMedTV page explains, the drug's manufacturer recommends avoiding Prilosec while breastfeeding. This page also covers what to do if you are taking Prilosec and breastfeeding at the same time.
This eMedTV article explains that although generic Prilosec is available, many doctors recommend using the over-the-counter Prilosec OTC because it is less expensive. This page also lists the companies that manufacture generic Prilosec.
Prilosec alternatives can include lifestyle changes, medications, and surgery. This portion of the eMedTV Web site highlights a number of alternatives to Prilosec and describes when these options may be considered.
What is the difference between Prilosec vs. Nexium? As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, although Prilosec and Nexium are similar chemically, there are important differences and they are not approved for all of the same uses.
Prilosec OTC is non-prescription medication used to treat frequent heartburn in adults. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works to reduce acid in the stomach and provides information on when and how to take it, side effects, and more.
