How is Zegerid OTC® Designed Differently?
Only Zegerid OTC® has a unique dual-ingredient formula that contains the leading prescription acid reducer plus a special ingredient that protects the powerful medicine from acid in your stomach so the medicine can work.
HOW ZEGERID OTC® COMPARES
| Type | How They Work | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS (PPIs) such as  |
The most powerful type of acid suppressors. These medications work by preventing acid pumps in the stomach from producing too much acid. |
24-hour relief of frequent heartburn* with one dose per day |
| H2 BLOCKERS such at Pepcid® |
A type of medication that falls into a group known as acid blockers or suppressors. These drugs prevent a substance called histamine from stimulating acid production. |
Up to 12-hour relief/prevention of heartburn per dose |
|
ANTACIDS such at Tums® |
Neutralize stomach acids | Temporary relief from heartburn |
*As with all PPIs, may take 1-4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief in 24. The trademarks referenced above are owned by their respective owners.
Zegerid OTC®
- Contains a PPI — the only kind of medicine specifically indicated to treat frequent heartburn
- Is the ONLY frequent heartburn treatment brand with a unique dual-ingredient formula
ZEGERID OTC® PRODUCT DETAILS
A different kind of heartburn product – available over the counter
Overview
Only Zegerid OTC® features a unique dual-ingredient formula:
- The leading prescription acid reducer (omeprazole)
- Plus a second ingredient (sodium bicarbonate) that protects the powerful medicine from acid in the stomach — allowing absorption of this omeprazole product
How can Zegerid OTC® capsules benefit you?
- It contains a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) — a medicine specifically indicated to treat frequent heartburn.
- Just one capsule a day offers 24-hour relief from frequent heartburn.*
- It blocks the production of acid that causes frequent heartburn.
LEARN HOW ZEGERID OTC® WORKS
Zegerid OTC® capsules contain a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) — a medicine specifically indicated to treat frequent heartburn by blocking acid production at the source.
Plus, it’s the only 24-hour frequent heartburn treatment that contains two active ingredients:
- The leading prescription acid reducer (omeprazole)
- Plus a second ingredient (sodium bicarbonate) that protects the omeprazole from acid in the stomach — so it can be absorbed by the body and get to work treating frequent heartburn