What is Prilosec?
Prilosec is prescribed for the short-term treatment of stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus), heartburn, and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Prilosec is also used to treat patients whose ulcers are caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori; to maintain healing of erosive esophagitis; and for the long-term treatment of conditions in which too much stomach acid is secreted, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Prilosec OTC, an over-the-counter product, is approved only for frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week).
