Brain Cancer Surgery. Many people with a brain tumor undergo surgery. The purpose of surgery is to confirm that the abnormality seen during testing is indeed a tumor and to remove the tumor. If the tumor cannot be removed, the surgeon will take a sample of the tumor to identify its type.
Prilosec (omeprazole), the prescription strength form, is usually prescribed to be used alone or with other medications to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the esophagus, and erosive esophagitis.
A breakthrough drug introduced in 1990 for ulcers, esophagitis, and gastric reflux disease, prescription Prilosec soon swamped its top-selling predecessor, Zantac. From 1997 through 2000, Prilosec was the best-selling drug in America, and #2 in 1996 and 2001.he Prilosec OTC package insert also omits several subtle, yet important side effects including joint, muscle, or leg pains. These side effects are infrequent, but can be troublesome, especially if they are mistaken for arthritis or myalgia and then treated with additional drugs.