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BEFORE USING PRILOSEC:
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this
medication Prilosec. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR 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 MEDICINE without 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
the medication Prilosec.
DIRECTIONS FOR PRILOSEC:
Follow the directions for using the medication prilosec
provided by your doctor.
SWALLOW WHOLE. DO NOT chew, crush, or open the capsule. If
you have difficulty swallowing this medicine 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
this medicaction Prilosec before a meal, unless otherwise directed by
your doctor. This medicine (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 this medicine regularly in order to get the
most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the
same time each day. STORE THIS MEDICINE 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 in the bathroom. CONTINUE TAKING THIS
MEDICINE Prilosec even if you feel better. Do not miss any doses.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, 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
for the medication Prilosec. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
CAUTIONS :
DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE
DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine.
Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other
potentially dangerous tasks. Limit alcoholic beverages. KEEP
ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using
this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE,
either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of
using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. BREAST-FEEDING WHILE
USING THIS MEDICINE is not recommended.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS :
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 this medicine 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.
DRUG INTERACTIONS :
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job.
IF YOU TAKE TOO MUCH PRILOSEC:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
confusion, unusual sweating, blurred vision, or unusually
fast heartbeat.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
If you are taking this medicine 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 THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of
children and pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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