The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of Prilosec OTC (omeprazole), the first over-the-counter treatment for frequent heartburn.
Unlike the two classes of currently marketed over-the-counter heartburn treatments, antacids and acid reducers, Prilosec OTC is indicated for the treatment of heartburn that occurs two or more days per week (frequent heartburn). It stops acid production at its source in the stomach. Prescription Prilosec is currently widely prescribed for frequent heartburn and other related, but more serious, problems that need the care of a physician. Antacids and acid reducers, which have long been available over-the-counter, are used for the relief of acute heartburn symptoms. Acid reducers are additionally used for the prevention of meal-induced heartburn.
Nexium is a prescription pill that’s prescribed by doctors for the treatment of acid reflux disease. It works by shutting off tiny acid pumps in your stomach. Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat heartburn, or gastroesophageal reflux. It may be used in combination with two antibiotics to treat Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and duodenal ulcers. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Prevacid is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Lansoprazole may also be used to treat ulcers due to long-term use of certain pain/anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Prevacid works by blocking acid production in the stomach. Prevacid may be used in combination with antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin) to treat certain types of ulcers. Prevacid may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
