BEFORE USING PRILOSEC:
Some medicines or medical
conditions may interact with this medicine. 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 this medicine.
DIRECTIONS FOR TAKING
PRILOSEC:
Follow the directions for
using this medicine 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 medicine before
a meal, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This medicine
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 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 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. Do not take 2 doses at once.
PRILOSEC 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
OF PRILOSEC:
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 :
Tell your doctor of all prescription
and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: diazepam,
"blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), hydantoins (e.g.,
phenytoin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole),
ampicillin, iron supplements, sucralfate, cilostazol. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. .
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
ABOUT PRILOSEC:
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.