Prilosec
Definition
Noun 1. A brand name for the drug omeprazole: Prilosec is a medication used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers. It belongs to a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which work by reducing the amount of acid the stomach produces.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed Prilosec to manage my chronic heartburn.
- Taking Prilosec daily can help heal damage to the esophagus caused by acid reflux.
- Prilosec is available both by prescription and over-the-counter.
Advanced Usage
- "On Prilosec": A common phrase indicating someone is using this medication as part of their treatment.
- She has been on Prilosec for six months to treat her ulcer.
Variants and Related Words
- Omeprazole (n): The generic, non-brand name for the active drug in Prilosec.
- The pharmacist said the generic omeprazole is chemically identical to Prilosec.
- Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) (n): The class of drugs to which Prilosec (omeprazole) belongs.
- Other common PPIs include esomeprazole (Nexium) and lansoprazole (Prevacid).
Synonyms
- Acid reducer: A general term for medications that decrease stomach acid.
- Proton pump inhibitor: The specific technical term for its drug class.
Related Phrases
- Acid suppression therapy: The medical treatment involving drugs like Prilosec to reduce stomach acid.
- His treatment plan includes long-term acid suppression therapy with Prilosec.
Noun
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antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
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