Prilosec OTC Omeprazole Heartburn Medicine and Acid Reducer Tablets, Proton Pump Inhibitor (42 ct.)

While I take a Prilosec every morning and have since before it became an OTC product, I take issue now with the packaging I get from COSTCO. I think you could make the product less expensive if there weren't three layers of packaging to get through (and pay for). Since it is over the counter now and not covered by any insurance coverage, the price and protective packaging at COSTCO seems out of line (especially compared with the price almost anywhere else you purchase it). I always take advantage of the COSTCO in-store coupon discounts when available but am irritated everytime I have to cut my way through the various boxes and blister packs. Let's use a little common sense and save a few trees, and save consumers a little money, shall we?

My parents & I all take Prilosec daily and have for years. It is totally effective & we love it. However the packaging is a miserable experience for us: I am disabled ( my dominate right hand), my Mother has severe arthritis & my Father's hand cramp painfully. It is a truly frustrating event wrestling with the package using scissors and things to poke holes. Please design & implement easier packaging. Thanks Annie