RateADrug.com Logo The users guide
to prescription drugs
and supplements
Finding the right
medication is important
Let RateADrug help.
  • Evaluate your current medication
  • Compare conventional and alternative therapies
  • Get information without drug company bias
 Home |Compare Treatments |Evaluate Your Treatment |Symptom Feedback |Drugs A to Z |Supplements A to Z |More Tools
Search for a Treatment  
Find Treatments by Condition       
Browse by name:
Aa-Ab | Ac | Ad-Ak | Al | Am | An-Ap | Aq-Ar | As-Az  Hide
Ba-Bd | Be-Bh | Bi-Bo | Bp-Br | Bs-Bz  Hide
Ca | Cb-Ce | Cf-Ch | Ci | Cj-Cl | Cm-Co | Cp-Cz  Hide
Da-Dd | De | Df-Di |Dj-Do | Dp-Dz  Hide
Ea-El | Em-Ep | Eq-Es | Et | Eu-Ez  Hide
Fa-Fd | Fe-Fh | Fi-Fk | Fl | Fm-Ft | Fu-Fz  Hide
Ha-He | Hf-Hz  Hide
Ia-Il | Im-In | Io-Ip | Iq-Iz  Hide
La-Ld | Le| Lf-Ln| Lo | Lp-Lz  Hide
Na | Nb-Nh | Ni | Nj-Nz  Hide
Oa-Op | Oq-Ow | Ox-Oz  Hide
Pa | Pb-Pe | Pf-Ph | Pi | Pj-Pr | Ps-Pz  Hide
Ra-Rd | Re | Rf-Rz  Hide
Ta-Td | Te | Tf-Th | Ti | Tj-Tq | Tra-Tri | Trj-Tz  Hide

Prilosec OTC

Omeprazole Magnesium

User Ratings
Out of 10
Satisfaction
7.7
7.6  Effectiveness
2.4  Side Effects
6.3  Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 2 Prilosec OTC side effects and 3 Prilosec OTC benefits.

Be better informed. Are you taking Prilosec OTC?  
Yes |No
Get Help
Evaluate Your Treatment
Drug Information
Compare Treatments
Symptom Feedback
Health Tips
Treatment Information
There is currently no information to display in this section. RateADrug provides information about drugs and supplements though a wiki format provided by researchers, health care providers and others. We encourage you to add to this description by clicking on the button below.
Exclusive Features
New
Famous People with HIV/AIDS
SmallEarvin_%22Magic%22_Johnson_on_%2707.jpg

Magic Johnson

The world was stunned when Dream Team basketball player Magic Johnson announced that he was HIV-positive in 1991.

Small400px-Queen_-_Freddie_Mercury.jpg

Freddie Mercury

The charismatic lead singer of Queen contracted HIV in the early years of the AIDS epidemic.

Smallgia.jpg

Gia Carangi

Gorgeous model Gia was one of the first world-famous people to die of AIDS, in the days when few treatments were available.

SmallEazy-E.jpg

Eazy-E

Gangsta rapper Eazy-E thouht he was having problems with asthma, but died of AIDS within a month of diagnosis.

SmallRock Hudson.jpg

Rock Hudson

"His legacy will be our continued fight for a cure for AIDS," said Dynasty co-star Linda Gray of the first major star to die of AIDS.

SmallLiberace.jpg

Liberace

Liberace's manager claimed that the entertainer's extreme weight loss came from the Watermelon Diet, not AIDS.

SmallArthur Ashe.jpg

Arthur Ashe

Arthur Ashe contracted HIV during heart surgery, in the days before the blood supply was routinely tested for the virus.

SmallIsaac_Asimov01.jpg

Isaac Asimov

Although Isaac Asimov showed symptoms of AIDS after heart surgery, his doctors refused to test him.

Smalllouganis.jpg

Greg Louganis

Greg Louganis originally thought HIV was a death sentence, but his cousin convinced him to stay active.

Small-Tommy_Morrison.jpg

Tommy Morrison

Did boxer Tommy Morrison have HIV and shake it off, or did he never have it at all?
How does your Treatment Compare?
Choose a Condition:
Show results for:
BrandsEffectivenessHolistic BenefitsSide
Effects		Number of Ratings
Nexium 7.38 6.05 1.6 64 Get Info
Prevacid 7.38 6.31 1.61 32 Get Info
Prilosec OTC 7.38 5.75 1.69 26 Get Info
Tums 6.83 5.46 0.76 59 Get Info
Omeprazole 6.7 5.44 1.73 33 Get Info
View All About these Scores Get Your Score
Effectiveness of Prilosec OTC by Condition
Click on a condition to view RateADrug.com users ratings
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Effectiveness on "Acid Reflux & Heartburn"
Bar Chart
About these Results  
Not at all Mildly Moderately Very Extremely
How effective is Prilosec OTC?  Get Your Score
Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Prilosec OTC, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch 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%
|
About these Scores  
Rate it
Commonly Reported Prilosec OTC Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
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%
|
About these Scores  
Rate it
Less Commonly Reported Prilosec OTC Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
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%
About these Scores  
Rate it
Episodes since taking Prilosec OTC
Since taking Prilosec OTC Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Heart attack 1.8%
About these Results  
How does your experience compare with other Prilosec OTC users?     Get Your Score

Online Health Care Dispute Resolution

Need help resolving complaints against a doctor, insurance company or other health care provider

Learn More
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
Show/Hide Response form  Respond 
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
Show/Hide Response form  Respond 
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
Show/Hide Response form  Respond 
26 Jul 2010 Prilosec is semi-effective, but it must be over the counter because it is not 100%.
   —Posted by Anonymous
Show/Hide Response form  Respond 
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
Show/Hide Response form  Respond 



For Your Health



Affiliates click here

Directory of Sponsored Services

Health begins with Knowledge. Visit our sponsors on your journey to a healthier, happier life.

Patient Resources

Legal / Regulatory Notices

Health Practitioners

Wellness Products

Clinical Trials / Research

Lifestyle

Medication Name:
Home: RateADrug.com
© 2009 RateADrug.com All rights reserved.