Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Stomach Cancer
Acid Reflux Drugs Risk Of Cancer. A recent article from Science Alert has revealed a troubling finding: some medications that have regularly been used to treat heartburn and acid reflux may be linked to stomach cancer. In fact, the risk may be more than double the average risk, according to new research. The medications implement … [Read more...] about Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Stomach Cancer
Popular Acid Reflux Medication Nexium Linked to Kidney Issues
Recent revelations about Nexium have uncovered kidney side effects in one of the most frequently prescribed treatments for excess stomach acid. Nexium is the brand name for esomeprazole, manufactured by Astra Zeneca. Nexium conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It may also be used to prevent … [Read more...] about Popular Acid Reflux Medication Nexium Linked to Kidney Issues
Nexium, Other PPIs and the Risk of Kidney Side Effects
Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid are part of a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). They are used to relieve heartburn and acid reflux by lowering the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Recent studies suggest that the long-term use of PPIs may be associated with an increased risk of kidney disease. These … [Read more...] about Nexium, Other PPIs and the Risk of Kidney Side Effects
Research Suggests Long-Term PPI Use is Linked to Kidney Damage
Two studies published this year evaluated the risk of kidney damage associated with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). PPIs, which treat heartburn and acid reflux by lowering the amount of stomach acid produced, include Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid. The studies suggest that long-term use of PPIs may be associated with an increased risk … [Read more...] about Research Suggests Long-Term PPI Use is Linked to Kidney Damage
