Nov. 18 -- TUESDAY, Nov. 17 (HealthDay News) -- Combining the antacid Prilosec with the popular blood thinner Plavix (clopidogrel) can cut the effectiveness of Plavix by half, putting patients at risk ...

It is no secret that I do not like the acid reflux medicines called Proton Pump Inhibitors or PPIs. Examples are Omeprazole (Prilosec, Zegerid), Lansoprazole (Prevacid), Pantoprazole (Aciphex), and a ...

The GOOD trial is the first randomised controlled double-blind, double-dummy trial to directly compare efficacy between an alginate and a PPI with heartburn as the clinical primary endpoint. It showed ...

A natural ingredient found in turmeric, a bright orange spice used in many soups, may be as effective at treating indigestion as a medication commonly used to curb excess stomach acid, according to a ...

Many Medicare Part D or Part C plans with drug coverage cover omeprazole when a doctor prescribes it. Some Part C plans may even allow a person to buy it over the counter. Omeprazole can be purchased ...