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Prescription Prevacid and Related Side Effects |
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Wednesday, 30 September 2009 14:54 |
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Prevacid (lansoprazole), like any other prescription medication, has its potential side effects that may cause alarm in patients suffering from GERD and related acid reflux symptoms. As a PPI (proton pump inhibitor), Prevacid’s main function is to inhibit the production of acid produced in the stomach and is mainly intended for short-term therapy, although some indications for long-term use are considered. As with taking any medication, make sure your health care professional is aware of all other drugs you are taking, including prescription, nonprescription, vitamins and mineral supplementation. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 09 October 2009 21:58 )
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Surprising Side Effects of Zantac |
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Monday, 28 September 2009 16:25 |
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Zantac (ranitidine) is a widely used H2 (histamine-2) blocker for short term relief of acid reflux and other GERD related symptoms, however every patient should consider the side effects prior to treatment. An H2 blocker works similar to a PPI (proton pump inhibitor) by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, however it has been said that H2 blockers will only relieve symptoms up to 12 hours while the competing PPI classified drugs give symptom relief for 24 hours or more. Histamine-2 is a chemical your body naturally produces; by blocking the process of creating this chemical, less acid is produced in the stomach. Now that we know how and why it works, let’s take a look at Zantac options. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 09 October 2009 21:58 )
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History, Indications and Side Effects of Losec |
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Monday, 28 September 2009 16:23 |
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Losec (omeprazole) is yet another medication we can add to the PPI classification (proton pump inhibitor) with its very own set of side effects. Currently, Losec is only available by prescription and widely used in 10, 20 and 40 mg capsules, but also prescribed in 10 and 20 mg tablets. Before taking Losec there is some interesting information you should know. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 09 October 2009 21:58 )
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ACIPHEX for GERD Treatment: Related Side Effects and Contraindications |
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Monday, 28 September 2009 16:17 |
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ACIPHEX (rabeprazole sodium) Delayed Release Tablets is yet another in the PPI (proton pump inhibitor) with a series of related side effects. As a prescribed medication for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), ACIPHEX is commonly prescribed in a 20 mg tablet to be taken once daily. In most cases it is prescribed for short term usage, 4 to 8 weeks, for treatment of acid reflux symptoms which suggests the esophagus should have ample time to heal. In more serious cases of hypersecretory conditions, ACIPHEX may be prescribed on a long term basis. At this time, ACIPHEX is not available over-the-counter. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 09 October 2009 21:58 )
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A Serious Look at Nexium Side Effects |
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Written by Adam Murray
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Sunday, 20 September 2009 04:42 |
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Nexium (esomeprazole with magnesium) is classified as a PPI (proton pump inhibitor) and widely prescribed for GERD and acid reflux symptoms, however a closer look at nexium side effects could alarm any patient. A PPI classification simply means the acid production sites within the stomach cavity are blocked, thus causing decreased acidity. In doing this, the stomach lining, esophagus and even the intestines are allowed time to heal from the erosive affect of hydrochloric acid. Sounds pretty good right? But what about the short and long-term risks patient's take by ingesting this medication? |
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