Proton pump inhibitors are among the most commonly prescribed medications worldwide, but concerns about a possible link to stomach cancer have lingered for decades. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a ...

The long term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a class of drugs widely used to treat acid reflux and ulcers, may not be linked to any increased risk of developing gastric (stomach) cancer, finds ...

Acid reducing medicines from the group of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are best-selling drugs that prevent and alleviate stomach problems. PPIs are activated in the acid-producing cells of the ...

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), widely prescribed for acid-related disorders like GERD and peptic ulcers, are associated with significant adverse effects when used long-term. This review highlights ...

Many people around the world either consume omeprazole or lansoprazole for their digestive problems or gut issues.However, ...

While 50%-80% of PPI prescriptions are unjustified, particularly for unnecessary nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)-related ulcer prophylaxis, PPIs remain underprescribed for patients at risk ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 71-year-old male in good health. I read your recent column on the use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). About eight years ago, I was hospitalized for 10 days due to a severe ...