What is Omeprazole?
Omeprazole, brand name Prilosec, decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. It is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Taking a PPI drug may slow down the digestion.
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Omeprazole (Prilosec) is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. ChaCha On!
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Omeprazole belongs to a group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. Omeprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Omeprazole is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease.
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Omeprazole is in a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPI) that block the production of acid by the stomach. This type of drug is commonly used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. ChaCha again!
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Omeprazole is used fortreating heartburn or irritation of the esophagus caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). ChaCha!
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Omeprazole/Sodium Bicarbonate is used for: Treating heartburn or irritation of the esophagus caused by GERD. Enjoy ChaCha!
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