Prilosec Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Prilosec side effects may include headache, drowsiness, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipation, rash, fatigue, cough and back pain. Less common Prilosec side effects may include acne, allergic reaction, anemia, black stools, blood disorders, blood in urine, burping, chest pain, chills, confusion, cramps, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, dry mouth, rigidity, ringing in the ears, runny nose, sensitivity to touch, sinus problems, sleep disorders, sleepiness, and sore throat. Rare Prilosec side effects include stomach bleeding, stomach pain, stomach upset, sweating, swelling, taste changes, thirst, tremors, urinary tract infection, vertigo, vision changes, vomiting, weakness, weight changes, worsening of arthritis, worsening of asthma, and depression.

Prilosec Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Prilosec side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Prilosec is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) given to relieve heartburn and other symptoms associated with the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus, a condition commonly known as acid reflux disease. It is also prescribed to heal the damage of the lining of the esophagus that acid reflux disease can cause. Prilosec works by reducing the production of stomach acid. Prilosec can turn off the acid production in as little as an hour. Prilosec is prescribed in combination with the antibiotics amoxicillin and clarithromycin, to treat the ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infections.

PRILOSEC OVERDOSE

Prilosec overdose symptoms may include confusion, drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing, headache, nausea, rapid heartbeat, and sweating. In case of Prilosec overdose, seek medical attention right away. If you miss a dose of Prilosec, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Prilosec.

PRILOSEC AND PREGNANCY

If you are or planning to be pregnant, check with your doctor to see if Prilosec is right for you. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feeding while taking Prilosec.

PRILOSEC WARNING

Do not take Prilosec if you are allergic to other PPIs.

The antibiotics prescribed in conjunction with Prilosec for the treatment of ulcers like amoxicillin and clarithromycin have occasionally been known to cause severe side effects and life-threatening allergic reactions in some people.

Prilosec may cause drowsiness in some people. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery unless know how it affects you.

PRILOSEC INTERACTION

Check with your physician before combining Prilosec with the following:

Blood thinners like Warfarin
Diazepam
Digoxin
Iron salts
Ketoconazole
Nizoral
Valium

PRILOSEC DOSES

ADULTS
The usual dosage is single 30mg capsule once or twice a day, 1 hour before meal.
People with liver problems should take lower dosage.

CHILDREN
Prilosec is not recommended for children.
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