Hi,
PrilosecPrilosec
Prilosec otc is a
safeSafe driving for teens
Safe sex medication.
No serious long term complications have been reported with it.
For good response the following should be done -
1.
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Prilosec otc should be taken immediately before food
2. If once
dailyDaily combo
Daily multiple for men 50+
Daily multiple for women
Daily multiple for women 50+
Daily multiple vitamins
Daily vite
Daily-vite men's formula
Daily-vite weight control dose is not
effectiveEffective strength cough syrup, twice daily dose should be taken
3. In addition to prilosec you should modify your lifestyle ( I have mentioned about it separately below)
4. If in spite of all these you do not get good response, change to some other PPI
5. If still symptoms persists, confirm the diagnosis with 24 hours pH monitoring test and also rule out bile reflux.
6. Surgery is the last resort.
Lifestyle modifications -
1. Head elevation while sleeping
2. Small frequent meals
3. Going to bed 2- 3 hours after food
4. Avoiding bed time snacks
5. Avoiding smoking and alcohol
6. Avoiding tight fitting clothes
7. Avoiding cola, citrus drinks, carbonated drinks, tea, coffee, spicy food
8. Weight reduction
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.