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Ok to take prilosec every other day?

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Yes: As long as it works for you. Consider taking magnesium supplement since Prilosec may reduce absorption of this mineral

Answered 8/2/2019

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A member asked:

Ok to take prilosec every other day?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

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