How to deprescribe Proton Pump Inhibitors aka acid reflux medicine

Family Medicine Resident Physician Dra. Victoria, and her sidekick George discuss how to deprescribe Proton Pump Inhibitors, a medication that is commonly prescribed, and also taken over the counter. While taken for more than the ever-popular heartburn symptoms by patients, few patients are familiar with the side effects of this medication and the appropriate amount of time this medication should be taken.

Some Proton Pump Inhibitors include:
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
Esomeprazole (Nexium)
Lansoprazole (Prevacid)
Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant)
Rabeprazole (Achiphex)




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