I've have acid reflux and this generic version of Prilosec is my preferred "Proton Pump Inhibitor". When taking just one 20 mg Omeprazole daily I have no acid reflux discomfort throughout the day and eat pretty much anything I want without worry. Omeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).
Omeprazole is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms and if that's what you need in an over-the-counter antacid you might want to check out one of these brands here on Amazon:
Alka-seltzer Original Effervescent Tablets, 72-Count
Chooz Antacid Gum Tablets - 12 Mint Gum Pieces
Tums Regular Strength Antacid Calcium Supplement Assorted Flavors -- 150 Chewable Tablets
Phillips' Original Milk of Magnesia Liquid, 12-Ounce Bottle
Gaviscon Extra Strength Liquid Antacid, Cool Mint Flavor 12 fl oz.
Gelusil Antacid/Anti Gas Chewable Tablets, 100 ct
Mylanta Gas Simethicone Anti-Gas, Maximum Strength, Chewable Mint, 24 Count (Pack of 4)
Rolaids Extra Strength Tablets, Mint, 96 Count
Pepto-Bismol Original, 12 Oz
This Omeprazole is a great product for the long-term control of acid-reflux and I signed up for subscription plan available through Amazon so I'd never be without. I prefer the convenience of the larger Omeprazole Acid Reducer, Delayed Release, 20mg 42ct, By Equate bottles to the blister packs in this listing, but I don't see where this bottle version is available through Amazon's Subscribe and Save program. On the positive side, the pills aren't difficult to remove from these blister packs.
Finally, no matter what brand of these I have bought, the package always indicates this medicine is made in Israel. I wouldn't be surprised if they're all made in the same facility and then branded differently
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