What is Omeprazole?
Omeprazole, sold under the brand names Prilosec and Losec, among others, is a medication used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome. It is also used to prevent upper gastrointestinal bleeding in people who are at high risk
How much is omeprazole per pill?
Prices range from R92.77 to 154.62 for 30 capsules depending on the strength. Some pharmacy savings clubs have omeprazole available for as low as R46.38. Is omeprazole a generic medication? Yes, omeprazole is the generic name for Prilosec.
Can I buy omeprazole from pharmacy?
Omeprazole also comes as a tablet that melts in your mouth. You can buy omeprazole 20mg tablets from pharmacies and supermarkets. You cannot buy omeprazole capsules, they are prescription only. Omeprazole tablets that you buy from pharmacies or supermarkets can be taken by adults for up to 14 days.
Is omeprazole 20 mg available over-the-counter?
The FDA is announcing the approval of Prilosec OTC (omeprazole) as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug product. Until today, Prilosec was available only with a doctor’s prescription. FDA originally approved prescription Prilosec in 1989. 2.
How many tablets are in a box of omeprazole?
Omeprazole 10 mg tablets can be sold to the public for the short-term relief of reflux-like symptoms (e.g. heartburn) in adults over 18 years, max. daily dose 20 mg for max. 4 weeks, and a pack size of 28 tablets.