Sunday, October 18, 2009

Good News for Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI)

Proton Pump Inhibitor drugs (PPIs) have been used since the 1980s to reduce gastric acid secretion and to treat ulcers and reflux. They are now among the most widely prescribed drugs world wide and Prilosec and others can be obtained over- the- counter. Any time drugs are used long term, we should be re-evaluating their safety. The good news for PPIs, is that they are safe for chronic use.PPIs