Dosage: How should you take Prilosec?

Generic Prilosec 10 mg works best when taken before meals. It can be taken with an antacid. The Generic Prilosec 10 mg capsule should be swallowed whole. It should not be opened, chewed, or crushed.

If you have difficulty swallowing capsules, you can empty the contents of the Generic Prilosec 10 mg capsule onto a tablespoonful of applesauce, mix, and swallow with a glass of cool water. Use cool, soft applesauce and do not chew or crush the pellets. Use the mixture immediately. Do not store it for future use. Avoid excessive amounts of caffeine while taking Generic Prilosec 10 mg . It may take several days for Generic Prilosec 10 mg to begin relieving stomach pain. Be sure to continue taking Generic Prilosec 10 mg exactly as prescribed even if it seems to have no effect.

Generic Prilosec 10 mgdosage for adults:

• Short-term Treatment of Active Duodenal Ulcer: The usual Generic Prilosec dose is 20 milligrams once a day. Most people heal within 4 weeks, although some require an additional 4 weeks of Generic Prilosec therapy.
• Treatment of Duodenal Ulcers Caused by H. Pylori: In combination therapy with Biaxin alone, the usual Generic Prilosec dosage is 40 milligrams of Generic Prilosec once daily and 500 milligrams of Biaxin 3 times a day for 14 days, followed by 20 milligrams of Generic Prilosec once daily for an additional 14 days. If amoxicillin is included in the treatment, the recommended dosage is 20 milligrams of Generic Prilosec, 500 milligrams of Biaxin, and 1,000 milligrams of amoxicillin twice a day for 10 days, followed by 20 milligrams of Generic Prilosec once daily for an additional 18 days.
• Gastric Ulcer: The usual Generic Prilosec dose is 40 milligrams once a day for 4 to 8 weeks.
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): The usual dose of Generic Prilosec for people with symptoms of GERD is 20 milligrams daily for up to 4 weeks. For erosive esophagitis accompanied by GERD symptoms, the usual dose is 20 milligrams a day for 4 to 8 weeks. The dose may be continued to maintain healing.
• Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions: The usual starting Generic Prilosec dose is 60 milligrams once a day. If you take more than 80 milligrams a day, your doctor will divide the total into smaller doses. The dosing will be based on your needs.

Generic Prilosec dosage for children: The safety and effectiveness of Generic Prilosec in children have not been established.

Generic Prilosec overdose : Overdose with Generic Prilosec has been rare, but any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose with Generic Prilosec, seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms of Generic Prilosec overdose may include, blurred vision, confusion, drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing, headache, nausea, rapid heartbeat, sweating, vomiting

If you miss a dose of Generic Prilosec: Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next Generic Prilosec dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage instructions for Generic Prilosec: Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from light and moisture.

Preparations of Generic Prilosec:Generic Prilosec 20 mg, Generic Prilosec 40 mg