Unexpected Consequences Of Proton Pump Inhibitor Use In Reflux Disease, Study in Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery

ScienceDaily (Nov. 11, 2009) — Despite being highly effective and beneficial for many patients, unexpected consequences are emerging in patients who are prescribed proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for reflux diseases. Physicians are warned to monitor these effects and prescribe these medications carefully, according to a new commentary published in the November 2009 issue of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery.

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