OK, so at what age is someone considered elderly? In the newspaper, many people of various ages are described that way. This question came from a different reader on the same wavelength.
Common side effects of Prilosec and Zantac that are similar include diarrhea, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Side effects of Prilosec that are different from Zantac include rash and dizziness. Side effects of Zantac that are different from Prilosec include constipation, fatigue, and insomnia.
Prilosec is indicated for the treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD. The drug is approved for this use in adults and children age 1 year and older for up to four weeks. GERD is the most common gastric problem Prilosec treats.