What is a PPI?

Minute With Amit – What is a PPI?

Yucca Valley’s leading Pharmacist, Amit Kakar, Pharm.D. here.

Welcome to Minute with Amit Christmas Edition 🙂 . Last week we talked about OTC heartburn medication and this week we are discussing PPIs which are a type of heartburn medication that can also treat stomach ulcers.

Join us this week to learn about Proton Pump Inhibitors.

What is a PPI?

• PPI or Proton Pump Inhibitor – Treat Heartburn and Stomach Ulcers
• PPIs stop enzyme from producing acid.
• Examples of PPIs include Prevacid Nexium Prilosec
• Prilosec or Omeprazole is taken once daily 20mg
• Prevacid or Lansoprazole is taken once daily at 15mg
• Nexium or Esomeprazole is taken once daily at 20mg.
• Stronger doses available by prescription.
• All can be taken for heartburn or ulcers.
• When treating heartburn do not use for more than 14 days. Can be used longer to treat ulcers, but always consult your primary care physician.

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