What is the difference between Zegerid and Prilosec?
Both Zegerid and Prilosec contain a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI). Zegerid also contains an antacid. Prilosec is available over-the-counter (OTC) and as a generic. Side effects of Zegerid and Prilosec that are similar include headache, stomach or abdominal pain, nausea, gas, and diarrhea.
Is it safe to take Zegerid everyday?
Zegerid OTC should be taken once a day (once every 24 hours) for 14 days before eating. You should not take it for more than 14 days or repeat a 14-day course more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor.
Is Zegerid the same as Zantac?
Zegerid and Zantac belong to different drug classes. Zegerid is a combination of a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) and an antacid and Zantac is an H2 (histamine-2) receptor blocker. Side effects of Zegerid and Zantac that are similar include headache, stomach or abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea.
Which is better Nexium or Zegerid?
Nexium (esomeprazole) gives you long-lasting heartburn relief but has some risks if used long term. Most people can take Zegerid without any noticeable day-to-day side effects. Zegerid lasts longer than other types of antacids (like Zantac, Pepcid, or Tums), and you may only need to take it once a day.
Should I take Zegerid in the morning or at night?
Our hypothesis was that bedtime administration of Zegerid would be superior in healing esophagitis compared to morning administration prior to a meal.
What is the best time of day to take Zegerid?
Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal. The powder form of this medication may also be given through a tube into the stomach (nasogastric or gastric tube). If you are self-treating, follow all directions on the product package.
Can I drink coffee while taking omeprazole?
In general, food does not affect the absorption or effectiveness of omeprazole. However, since the goal is to reduce stomach acid, it’s probably not sensible to take omeprazole and then eat foods that overstimulate stomach acid secretion such as spicy foods, fatty foods, sodas, alcohol, or coffee.
Does Zegerid make you sleepy?
Overdose symptoms may include confusion, headache, drowsiness, blurred vision, fast heartbeats, sweating, vomiting, dry mouth, and warmth or tingling.
Can I take vitamin D with omeprazole?
No interactions were found between omeprazole and Vitamin D3.