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Are Prilosec And Omeprazole The Same?

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Question : Is Prilosec, 20 mg, an over-the-counter pill equal to Omeprazole, 20mg, a prescription drug?
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

These two medications are exactly the same. Feel free to take one in place of another and it is safe to do so. They are exactly the same.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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Are Prilosec And Omeprazole The Same?

Brief Answer: Yes! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. These two medications are exactly the same. Feel free to take one in place of another and it is safe to do so. They are exactly the same. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.