proton+pump+inhibitors

=Proton Pump Inhibitors=

How it works
Reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach which will help reduce your heartburn. //Irreversibly inactivate the hydrogen/potassium ATPase enzyme system (proton pump), suppressing both stimulated and basal acid secretion. When PPIs are stopped, acid secretion is restored by synthesis of new hydrogen/potassium ATPase.//

Questions to Ask
What medications? - medical conditions? //prefer ranitidine in pregnancy// - allergies?

How to take
Depending on condition, but usually one tablet daily for 4-8 weeks Swallow tablet or capsule whole; do not crush or chew Alternatively, omeprazole tablets (Losec®, Acimax®, Omepral®) may be dispersed in water, orange juice or yoghurt; take within 30 minutes

Side effects
Generally well tolerated - Tell your doctor if you develop symptoms such as black stools or coffee-coloured vomit.

Other advice?
- Reduce fatty/greasy and spicy foods in your diet - Eat small meals often and avoid overeating - Eat slowly and chew your food well - Reduce alcohol and caffeine

CMI
[|Self-care Card: Heartburn + Indigestion] Omeprazole: [|AMH] [|Omepral] Esomeprazole: [|AMH] [|Nexium] Pantoprazole: [|AMH] [|Somac]

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