Please follow the dosing instructions on the package or as directed by your physician. Prilosec OTC is in the strongest class of frequent heartburn medicines available over-the-counter. It blocks frequent heartburn before it begins with one pill a day for 14 days. If you are a frequent heartburn sufferer , you don't have to wait until you have heartburn symptoms to take Prilosec OTC.
It begins working on the very first day of treatment, and with one pill each morning for 14 days you can get zero heartburn. As with any OTC drug, it is important to read and follow all label directions. If you have questions regarding the label or use of Prilosec OTC, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
IE 10 or 11 may display this page improperly. Does Prilosec OTC work right away? What if I miss a day of heartburn treatment? If you miss a day, just continue your treatment on the next day. What do I do after 14 days? If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a healthcare professional before use. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not double doses. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. There is a problem with information submitted for this request. Sign up for free, and stay up-to-date on research advancements, health tips and current health topics, like COVID, plus expert advice on managing your health.
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Prescription Prilosec treats diseases that require diagnosis and supervision by a doctor. Prilosec OTC treats only symptoms of frequent heartburn. Prilosec OTC is a delayed-release 20mg tablet, taken once a day every 24 hours for 14 days before eating. You should not take it for more than 14 days or repeat a day course more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor. Prilosec OTC is not intended for immediate relief of occasional heartburn.
Prilosec OTC may take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. When you are taking Prilosec OTC, it is especially important that your health care provider know if you are taking any of the following:. There are other OTC drug products used to provide immediate relief for heartburn. These include antacids and acid reducer drug products such as Pepcid, Zantac, Tagamet, and Axid. Prilosec OTC should not be confused with these products because it works differently and is not intended for immediate relief.
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