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Omeprazole

Omeprazole (INN) ( /oʊˈmɛprəzoʊl/) is a proton pump inhibitor used in the treatment of dyspepsia, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD/GERD), laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome. Omeprazole is one of the most widely prescribed drugs internationally and is available over the counter in some countries.

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Study shows zinc salts offer rapid relief from gastric reflux

(PhysOrg.com) -- In a study that could revolutionize how millions of people are treated for painful gastric acid-related diseases, a team led by Yale School of Medicine researchers has shown that zinc salts offer rapid, prolonged ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Aug 24, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (6) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Cogent trial shows lack of adverse interaction between clopidogrel and stomach medicine

Results from a late breaking clinical trial called COGENT demonstrate that the combination of giving patients clopidogrel, a blood thinner commonly prescribed to patients with cardiovascular disease, and stomach medicines ...

Medicine & Health / Medical research

created Sep 24, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New combination therapy looks promising against ulcer bacteria

Results of a new study reveal that a seven-day course of LOAD therapy is superior to LAC at eliminating the H. pylori bacterium in patients with gastritis and peptic ulcers.

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Oct 26, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Study shows benefits of anti-clotting medications reduced by common heartburn drugs

The anti-clotting action of the medication clopidogrel (Plavix) can be compromised by common drugs for the treatment of heartburn and ulcers resulting in a roughly 50% increase in the combined risk of hospitalization for ...

Medicine & Health / Medications

created May 06, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0