Omeprasole

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Omeprazole (Prilosec®) is a medication often prescribed to treat conditions related to the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. By decreasing acid production in the stomach, the drug can help treat pathological hypersecretory conditions, ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Before you start using omeprazole, it is important to talk to your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, have liver disease, or have any allergies. The medication comes in capsule form and is available in three different strengths.
 
(Click Omeprazole for more information on how omeprazole works, what side effects may occur, and when and how to take the medication. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on omeprazole.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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