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Can Zofran Or Prilosec Intake Cause Concentration Problems And Short-term Memory Loss?

Yes, I m wondering if zofran 8mg or Prilosec can cause a lack of concentration and short term memory loss. My son is on thes meds and having trouble studying for his law school exams. Could these medications be causing this? YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 30 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Zofran belongs to a class of drugs called serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. This drug is an antiemetic, meaning it is used to block nausea and vomiting.

Poor concentration and memory loss is not a common side effect of this drug. Prilosec (Omeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

This drug is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. Even this drug does not cause memory loss as a side-effect.

In my opinion, it is not the medication that causes his concentration problems and memory loss. Stress and anxiety caused by school exams can be the culprit for his actual new symptoms.

Anyway, I suggest consulting his doctor, if the symptoms persist and disrupt his daily activities.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Can Zofran Or Prilosec Intake Cause Concentration Problems And Short-term Memory Loss?

Hi, Zofran belongs to a class of drugs called serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. This drug is an antiemetic, meaning it is used to block nausea and vomiting. Poor concentration and memory loss is not a common side effect of this drug. Prilosec (Omeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. This drug is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. Even this drug does not cause memory loss as a side-effect. In my opinion, it is not the medication that causes his concentration problems and memory loss. Stress and anxiety caused by school exams can be the culprit for his actual new symptoms. Anyway, I suggest consulting his doctor, if the symptoms persist and disrupt his daily activities. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.