How Should I Take Prilosec?
Prilosec is also known in the generics section as omeprazole. It is a drug that stops or decreases the production of acid by the stomach when it produces just about too much. When the stomach produces a lot more acid than it usually does and some of the acid went back up the esophagus, we get the sensation of heartburn. With Prilosec, heartburns can be treated.
Taking in of Prilosec is easy since it is readily available in the market without a prescription as an OTC or over-the-counter drug. Prilosec pills are to be taken in orally only once a day as part of the 14-day treatment course for relief of heartburns. This will take effect for as long as 24 hours. Prilosec treatment could then be repeated for every 4 months. It should be noted that even if you are already feeling better the next day and still you are well within your 14-day treatment course, please continue taking the drug. However, if you feel that you need to take the drug for more than the required 14-day course, please discuss that first with your health care provider.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), otherwise known as acid reflux, is when you frequently feel burning sensations in your chest after too much eating, or because you wore just too tight clothing, or due to obesity, or even pregnancy. With Prilosec, that burning feeling can be treated and relieve you from the pain. Acid reflux can be detected when you suddenly feel a burning discomfort in your chest and difficulty of swallowing. Sometimes, your burp may even taste acidic or that you may want to throw up. There is a high risk of developing GERD if this acid reflux happens more than once a week; therefore, it is recommended that a 14-day (once a day dose) treatment course with Prilosec should begin.
Within the course of Prilosec 14-day treatment, remember to not stop taking in the medicine. If you have forgotten to take the pill today, take one on the next day. One should keep in mind not to overdose on Prilosec as it may cause too little acid production in your stomach. When this happens, the stomach sphincter that is connected to your intestine will close and the little acid present may still roll back up to the esophagus. This will still create a painful burning sensation. However, if the chest pain becomes constant or continuous even with the intake of Prilosec, and that there is a radiating pain over the shoulders, jaw, neck or arms, please get to the nearest health center or call your physician immediately as this may be more serious than just heartburn. For more information related to omeprazole and GERD, please consult your physician.
January 6th, 2012 at 10:34 pm
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