Omeprazole Questions (Page 3)

Is OMEPRAZOLE 40 mg once a day good for silent reflux?

I was prescribed 40mg of OMEPRAZOLE for silent reflux once a day. The only symptom I feel is chronic cough and constant clearing of the throat. Once I start coughing then I get mucus and a runny nose. Cough and phlems can last 2 to three hours every day which it affects my daily quality of life. I... read more

Omeprazole - How long does it take for 20 mgs taken twice a day to leave you system?

I was taking 20 mgs for a month then doc suggested to double the med because I was still getting stomach pains. Gastro doc suggested I double the dose..taken 12 hours apart. I was slammed with all the major side effects. :( I have stopped all the med, but need to know how long it will take to clear... read more

Does omeprazole work well for acid reflux?

For the past week I have had a terrible burning sensation in my stomach after eating, nausea and even gagging/vomiting. Making me feel miserable! The GP has given me omeprazole - anyone tried this for acid reflux? How long does it take to work? I have taken it for two days now and had to leave... read more

How long do omeprazole last or when would they expire?

Can omeprazole be taken after a meal?

I accidentally ate food before taking omeprazole just now. I find this happens often because I’m forgetful. If I take the omeprazole now even though I ate, will it still have the same effect?

Anyone else have difficulty swallowing when taking prilosec?

... it is in a slow release form. After some 5 days I experienced great difficulty in swallowing and had pain in my throat.. Has anyone else experienced these symptioms??

Does omeprazole affect sexual activity?

I am having erection problems of late and concerned omeprazole may be cause

Does omeprazole, used for acid reflux, contain Sulfa?

I have an allergy to Sulfa drugs. My dr prescribed me omeprazole for my acid reflux but I forgot to ask him if it contains Sulfa!!! Do you know?!

Has anyone gone off the Omeprazole, what did you take for heartburn, having difficulty weaning off?

I have taken omeprazole for a lengthy period of time. What problems have you had, if you had any? Did you experience really bad heartburn? What did you do for the heartburn? I am having a terrible time trying to wean away from this medication. Thanks so much, AquariusAnne

After I take my omeprazole in the morning how long do I need to wait before I can eat breakfast?

Know I am to wait a little while after taking my omeprazole before I can eat my breakfast, I just don't know how long I should wait after taking the medicine.

I am taking omeprazole 20mg can I take calcium carbonate 500mg safely?

I am taking omeprazole 20mg for acid reflux can I take calcium carbonate coated caplets safely without any side effects

Omeprazole - How long before prilosec is out of my system?

I took prilosec for 6 weeks. At first it help with my acid reflex but then i start feeling chest palpations and my chest would like someone was stabbing me. So I quit taken and I am still dealing with the palpations and pain . How does it take before it out of my system.

How should I take my omeprazole and Carafate?

I've been prescribed 20 mg capsules of omeprazole to be taken once per day and 10 ml liquid Carafate to be taken twice daily. I've been getting up, taking my omeprazole, waiting 30 mins and then taking my Carafate. Then I wait another hour before I eat. I take my second dosage of Carafate... read more

GERD - Timetable for taking Sucralfate (carafate) and omeprazole (Prilosec). Currently I'm taking...

... the meds like this. Take omeprazole, wait one hour, take carafate, wait one hour and then food. I was wondering if there is a better, more compact (time-wise) way to take it and be effective? Lots of conflicting info on how to take those 2 medicines online

Does omeprazole cause weird taste?

I am having a very weird taste in my mouth it started 3 weeks ago around the time I began taking omeprazole. Anyone else have this?