Heartburn 101: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A burning sensation in the center of your chest, behind the breastbone, is a common symptom associated with heartburn. This feeling of discomfort can also move to areas in the neck and throat and is often triggered by various lifestyle factors including eating, lying down, and bending over. Heartburn is not uncommon. Between 20-30 percent of adult Americans experience heartburn symptoms weekly. The American College of Gastroenterology estimates that at least 15 million American experience heartburn daily.
^ IQVIA ProVoice Survey, 2005-2025.
†Pharmacy Times 2025-2026 Survey of Pharmacists’ OTC Recommendations
* Zero heartburn is possible with Prilosec OTC. Not for immediate relief. Take one pill per day as directed to treat frequent heartburn. May take 1 to 4 days for full effect. Do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor. Use as directed.
** PG Calculation based in part on Buying Households reported by the Nielsen Company through its Homescan Panel service in the US for Prilosec OTC for the period of 8/31/03 through 6/25/16