What condition is omeprazole taken for?

Omeprazole is a prescription medication used to treat a variety of conditions related to the digestive system. Specifically it is used to treat the following:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Gastric ulcers
• Duodenal ulcers
• Heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Omeprazole is available in both over-the-counter and prescription form. It is used to reduce the amount of acid produced in the stomach and can help to prevent and treat ulcers.