| Why
is Generic Prilosec prescribed?
Generic Prilosec is used to prevent ulcers and to treat other conditions
where the stomach produces too much acid. It decreases the amount
of acid made in the stomach.
Omeprazole
is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more information.
How
should Generic Prilosec be used?
Generic Prilosec comes as an extended-release (long-acting)
capsule. It usually is taken once a day, before a meal. Follow the
directions on your label carefully, and ask your doctor
or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Omeprazole
exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more
often than prescribed by your doctor.
Do
not open, crush, break, or chew the capsules; swallow them whole.
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What
special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking Generic Prilosec,
-
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Generic Prilosec
or any other drugs.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what
medications you are taking, especially amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox),
ampicillin (Omnipen, Polycillin, Totacillin), cisapride (Propulsid),
clarithromycin (Biaxin), diazepam (Valium), erythromycin (E.E.S.,
E-Mycin, Erythrocin), iron, ketoconazole (Nizoral), phenytoin (Dilantin),
pimozide (Orap), terfenadine (Seldane), warfarin (Coumadin), and
vitamins.
- tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant,
or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Generic Prilosec,
call your doctor.
- tell your doctor if you use tobacco products. Cigarette smoking
may decrease the effectiveness of Omeprazole.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make
up for a missed one.
What
side effects can Generic Prilosec cause?
Although side effects from Generic Prilosec are not common, they
can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe
or do not go away:
- headache
- diarrhea
- constipation
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- cough
- cold symptoms
- dizziness
- mild rash
If
you experience the following symptom, call your doctor immediately:
- severe
skin rash with swelling and peeling
What storage conditions are needed for Generic Prilosec?
Keep Omeprazole in the container it came in, tightly closed, and
out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away
from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away
any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your
pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
What
other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
Your doctor will order certain lab tests to check your response
to Generic Prilosec.
Do
not let anyone else take your medicine. Ask your pharmacist any
questions you have.
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