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n. - Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach.

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  • My husband spent a small fortune on antacids for his heartburn until he started taking a proton pump inhibitor PPI called omeprazole a few years ago.
  • My husband spent a small fortune on antacids for his heartburn until he started taking a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) called omeprazole a few years ago.
  • If your doctor says you need aspirin, but you have a history of stomach bleeding, ask about adding a stomach-protecting drug such as omeprazole Prilosec and generic.
  • If your doctor says you need aspirin, but you have a history of stomach bleeding, ask about adding a stomach-protecting drug such as omeprazole (Prilosec and generic).
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