Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea

by Prilosec

Product Features

• One package of 42-count acid reducer delayed release tablets
• Targets acid production by directly shutting down many active acid pumps; a single pill works for up to 24 hours
• Delayed-release acid-reducing tablets for treating frequent heartburn
• Designed for heartburn that occurs two or more days per week
• Not intended for immediate relief; may take 1 to 4 days for full effect

Product Description

Product Description

Three 14-day courses of treatment. Treats frequent heartburn! Product of Sweden.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.3 x 4.8 x 3.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000AN9L7
• UPC: 037000359074 037000265450 037000264897
• Item model number: OTC
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (122 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #54 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you have acid reflux, you should try this., December 21, 2003

By	Jim Turner (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea (Health and Beauty)

This is one of the top money-making drugs of all time, and for good reason. It works. I used to have pretty bad acid reflux. I would chew Pepcid Complete (which is an antacid drug combined with a base to neutralize acid) after every meal, as if they were after-dinner mints. Now, I just take Prilosec once a day, and now I almost never suffer from heartburn, and when I do, it is not as bad as it used to be. Trust me on this. This drug works differently than Pepcid or Zantac (I have a Ph.D in biology), so if those drugs don't work for you, don't be afraid to give this a try.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Prilosec (Omeprazole) Works - Period!, October 6, 2005

By	James Koenig "konedog" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

This review is from: Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea (Health and Beauty)

For those that suffer with frequent heartburn or have frequent instances of gastric reflux, Prilosec is a literal lifesaver.

Stomach acid is strong stuff (pH of 1), and belongs in the stomach, not in the esophagus, where it can cause burning of the esophageal lining (hertburn). If this happens frequently, the esophagus can be badly damaged. Gastro-esophageal Reflex Disease (GERD)can also cause severe erosive damage to the teeth if stomach acid is burped into the mouth frequently. The tooth enamel is literally eroded away, and teeth become very sensitive and permanently damaged.

To save your teeth and esophagus, Prilosec has come to the rescue. Prilosec is a former prescription product in a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. This means that the effect of Prilosec is to decrease stomach acid production. This is also beneficial for treatment of stomach ulcers, which need a minimal acid environment to heal.

Prilosec is taken once a day for 14 days in a typical course (thus, it is generally packaged in groups of 14 tablets). Most people have considerable relief beyond the 14 day course. It is not a product to take for immediate (within minutes) treatment of heartburn. The insert on the box states it takes at least a day to 4 days to reach its full effect. Each person will vary in terms of relief and how long the relief lasts.

Prilosec is a very good medicine for the treatment of GERD. It is in the same class as Prevacid, so if Prilosec gives you undesirable side effects, try Prevacid and the side effects may be lessened.

Jim "Konedog" Koenig, Dentist

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The only thing that works for me!, December 20, 2006

By	Modern Blue Argonaut - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

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This review is from: Prilosec OTC Acid Reducer, Delayed-Release Tablets - 42 ea (Health and Beauty)

I have been a Prilosec user for about four years now. In the past, I would do the 2 week recommended period, then stop for a couple of weeks, and continue that cycle. My acid reflux never got any better except on the days I took the Prilosec. The day I would stop it would be right back. Finally, I found out that most people take it as a maintenace medication, so I started taking it once a day without fail and my acid reflux was finally gone forever! I used to wake up all night long with severe esophageal pain, sometimes vomiting right in bed from all the acid. It was such a nightmare. I would end up taking a half bottle of tums which still wouldn't work, and sleep sitting up. I tried every over the counter medication out there with no relief at all until Prilosec. It truly is a miracle drug. For those of you out there with acid reflux, don't suffer any longer! Try this and give it about 3 days to start working, and you will be able to turn your sleep and your life around. Amazon often has specials such as spend $49 on groceries (this qualifies) and get $10 off your order. By all means, double up on Prilosec and do this.... I am now 2 years acid reflux free! It's not so bad, if I miss a day now, I don't suffer at all.