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Nexium	7.38	6.05	1.6	64
Prevacid	7.38	6.31	1.61	32
Prilosec OTC	7.38	5.75	1.69	26
Tums	6.83	5.46	0.76	59
Omeprazole	6.7	5.44	1.73	33

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Effectiveness of Prilosec OTC by Condition

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Effectiveness on "Acid Reflux & Heartburn"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Prilosec OTC, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	70.3%	21.6%	8.1%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	97.3%	2.7%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	89.5%	10.5%	0%
Confidence	0%	0%	84.2%	15.8%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	97.4%	2.6%	0%
Digestion	2.6%	2.6%	55.3%	34.2%	5.3%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	76.3%	23.7%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	91.9%	8.1%	0%
Eyesight	0%	5.4%	94.6%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	94.7%	5.3%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	81.6%	18.4%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	83.8%	16.2%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	92.1%	7.9%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sleep	0%	2.7%	70.3%	24.3%	2.7%
Stress Level	0%	0%	78.9%	21.1%	0%

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Commonly Reported Prilosec OTC Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abdominal Pain	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Allergic Reaction	97.3%	2.7%	0%	0%	0%
Anxiety	88.9%	0%	0%	11.1%	0%
Bloating	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Blurred Vision	85.7%	14.3%	0%	0%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	85.7%	14.3%	0%	0%	0%
Constipation	96.4%	3.6%	0%	0%	0%
Depression	88.9%	11.1%	0%	0%	0%
Diarrhea	83.8%	8.1%	5.4%	2.7%	0%
Dizziness	97.3%	2.7%	0%	0%	0%
Fatigue	88.9%	0%	11.1%	0%	0%
Gas	66.7%	22.2%	0%	11.1%	0%
Headache	78.9%	13.2%	5.3%	2.6%	0%
Indigestion	80.6%	16.7%	2.8%	0%	0%
Insomnia	88.9%	0%	0%	11.1%	0%
Muscle Cramping	71.4%	28.6%	0%	0%	0%
Nausea	89.2%	10.8%	0%	0%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	85.7%	0%	0%	14.3%	0%
White/Pale Bowel Movements	88.9%	8.3%	2.8%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Prilosec OTC Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Chest Tightness	97.4%	2.6%	0%	0%	0%
Difficulty Swallowing	89.3%	10.7%	0%	0%	0%
Fatigue	96.6%	3.4%	0%	0%	0%
Fever	90%	10%	0%	0%	0%
Reduced Libido	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Sore Throat	85.7%	14.3%	0%	0%	0%

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Episodes since taking Prilosec OTC

Since taking Prilosec OTC Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

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User Comments about Prilosec OTC

27 Sep 2011	I am completely satisfied with this product. I only have to take one 20 mg tablet every other day and that controls my acid reflux. I know right away when I've waited till the third day to take a tablet. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
27 Jun 2011	i feel that while providing such prolonged use is making my wrists pain often.I also know that a break for a few days rebounds acidity —Posted by N I Razzaqui Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
30 Sep 2010	I started taking Prilosec a month ago due to stomach problems and nausea. I have been able to resume a regular diet again so it works well for me —Posted by LV Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
26 Jul 2010	Prilosec is semi-effective, but it must be over the counter because it is not 100%. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
28 Jun 2010	I had a relatively mild case of acid reflux and heartburn and prilosec helped with the discomfort and eventually eliminated the problem completely —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use