DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for several years, but never paid much attention to it until the heartburn became annoying and almost permanent. My dentist had ...

Omeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class of medications. Doctors prescribe omeprazole in varying milligrams (mg) to reduce stomach acid to help treat a variety of digestive ...

People who have been prescribed omeprazole have been issued a two-week warning from the NHS over its potential side effects ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for several years, but never paid much attention to it until the heartburn became annoying and almost permanent. My dentist had ...

Omeprazole is a common drug that some people take to treat heartburn, or acid reflux. This article looks at its uses, dosage, and side effects, as well as what to know before taking the medication.