GERD Explained: Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors
*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.
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- Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery Patient Information from SAGES. The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Accessed June 4th, 2025
https://www.sages.org/publications/patient-information/patient-information-for-laparoscopic-anti-reflux-gerd-surgery-from-sages/ - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Johns Hopkins Medicine. Accessed June 4th, 2025.
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^ 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