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How do I use Prilosec? Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Prilosec. Notify your pharmacist or doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Additional monitoring of your Prilosec dose or condition may be needed if you are taking ampicillin, cilostazol, cyclosporine, diazepam, digoxin, disulfiram, iron, itraconazole, ketoconazole, moclobemide, phenytoin, sucralfate, vorconizole, or warfarin. Do NOT start or stop any medication without a doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including liver problems, other stomach problems (e.g., tumors), allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Prilosec. Follow the directions for using Prilosec provided by your doctor. Swallow Prilosec WHOLE. Do NOT chew, crush, or open the Prilosec capsule. If you have difficulty swallowing the Prilosec capsule whole, the capsule may be opened and the contents sprinkled onto cool applesauce and taken as directed. Do not chew the food/medicine mixture or make-up a supply in advance. Doing so may destroy the drug and/or increase side effects. After taking the drug/applesauce mixture, drink a glass of cool water to ensure complete swallowing of the medicine. Take Prilosec before a meal, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Prilosec may be taken with antacids if your doctor has instructed you to take antacids. Potent acid-reducing medicines such as omeprazole can decrease the effectiveness of sucralfate, as well as other drugs such as the antifungals ketoconazole and itraconazole. If instructed to take any of these medicines while taking omeprazole, consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding the proper timing of each dose. For example, if you are instructed to take sucralfate in addition to omeprazole, it is best to take the omeprazole at least 30 minutes before your sucralfate. Use Prilosec regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use Prilosec at the same time each day. Store Prilosec at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not store Prilosec in the bathroom. Continue with Prilosec even if you feel better. Do not miss any Prilosec doses. If you miss a Prilosec dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at once. If you are taking Prilosec for gastric ulcers or reflux disease, your symptoms should improve within 4 to 8 weeks. If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, contact your doctor. Do NOT share Prilosec with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do NOT use Prilosec for other health conditions. Keep Prilosec out of the reach of children and pets. If using Prilosec for an extended period, obtain Prilosec refills before your supply runs out. (top) Prilosec Precautions Do NOT drive, operate machinery, or partipcate in any other dangerous activity until you know how you react to Prilosec. Using Prilosec alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Limit alcoholic beverages while taking Prilosec. Keep all scheduled doctor and lab appointments while you are using Prilosec. Before beginning any medication, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. For Women: If you anticipate becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Prilosec during pregnancy. It is not known if Prilosec is excreted in breast milk. Breast-feeding while using Prilosec is not advisable. (top) Possible Prilosec Side Effects Prilosec side effects that may go away during treatment, include headache, constipation, cough, dizziness, or rash. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. An allergic reaction to Prilosec is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. (top) Prilosec Drug Interactions Prilosec drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use a drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. (top) Prilosec Overdose If a Prilosec overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of a Prilosec overdose may include confusion, unusual sweating, blurred vision, or unusually fast heartbeat. (top) Additional questions? Your safety is our utmost concern. If you have additional questions about Prilosec for heartburn, we suggest you contact your physician or email us at patient-care@myprivatedrugstore.com. |
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