Prilosec With Other Acid Reducers
Pronounced: (oh-MEH-pruh-zole)
Interactions
Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur:
- atazanavir
- nelfinavir
If you are currently using any of these medications, tell...
Read moreMore information on "Prilosec With Other Acid Reducers"
From Our Experts
Can Acid-Reducing Stomach Medication (Protonix) Cause Osteoporosis?
Yes, acid-reducing medications can cause bone loss. Many medications and medical disorders can cause bone loss; but in this article... Read more »
Nexium and Prilosec: Should you be worried?
Are Heatburn Drugs Dangerous for the Heart? Another recent news item was a report that the proton pump inhibitors Nexium (left) and... Read more »
Reducing Your Infant's Acid Reflux Pain With Out Medication
Medications are often used to treat infant acid reflux and can have a very important place in the treatment plan. If you are looking for... Read more »
My heartburn is being treated with high doses of acid-reducing...
While reflux events decreased considerably with acid-reduction treatment such as proton pump inhibitors like Nexium and Prevacid, nonacidic... Read more »
Ask Dr. Eisner: "Could it be throat cancer?"
1. I was diagnosed with acid reflux about a year ago via an endoscopy. For the last four months, I have been having symptoms in my throat... Read more »
From Our Sources
Prilosec helps control bleeding in ulcer patients
A new study showed that patients who received Prilosec intravenously avoided more invasive treatments to stop bleeding in the throat and stomach.... Read more »
Some acid reducers may prevent calcium absorption
According to experts, many calcium supplements can't be absorbed in the body without stomach acid. Patients taking acid-reducing medications such as... Read more »
Prilosec may lower stomach acid better than Pepcid, study sugg...
Patient with chronic heartburn who treat their symptoms with over-the-counter medications may get more relief with Prilosec than with Pepcid AC, a... Read more »
Are Nexium and Prilosec Interchangeable?
An acid reflux sufferer has a problem paying for prescription Nexium, so his doctor has recommended over-the-counter Prilosec instead. Now the... Read more »
Acid Reflux Prevention, Acid Reflux Diets
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
AntacidsAntacids neutralize acids in the stomach, and are the drugs of choice for mild GERD symptoms. They may also stimulate the defensive systems... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
