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What are the long-term effects of proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec OTC?

April 26, 2017Inhibitors long-term OTC Prilosec Proton pump

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What are the long-term effects of proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec OTC?

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The long-term effects of preventing acid secretion with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are not known, as PPIs have only been available for the last decade. However, most doctors believe them to be safe. H2 inhibitors (or blockers), such as Pepcid® AC , have been around for nearly 30 years.