Proton Pump Inhibitors Associated with Kidney Disease
Proton Pump Inhibitors have Been Linked to Side Effects, Including Kidney Disease. Medications used to treat heartburn, such as Prevacid (lansoprazole), Nexium (esomeprazole), and Prilosec, (omeprazole) have been reviewed for their potential association with increased risks for kidney disease. The drugs, which are in a … [Read more...] about Proton Pump Inhibitors Associated with Kidney Disease
Nexium Bone Fracture Side Effects Lawsuits
Nexium, Proton-Pump Inhibitors Linked to Bone Fractures. Long-term use of Proton-pump inhibitors, or PPIs for short, has been shown to weaken bones which ultimately leads to fractures. PPIs are better known by their brand names such as Nexium, Prevacid, and Prilosec. Physicians prescribe PPIs to combat chronic heartburn but after … [Read more...] about Nexium Bone Fracture Side Effects Lawsuits
Nexium Kidney Disease Lawsuit Filed, Possibly More to Come
AstraZeneca may be facing more lawsuits alleging that Nexium, a medication used to treat acid reflux and heartburn, led to kidney damage. Newly filed cases allege that the company failed to disclose the risk of kidney side effects to patients or the medical community. Nexium is part of a class of medications known as proton pump … [Read more...] about Nexium Kidney Disease Lawsuit Filed, Possibly More to Come
Kidney Failure Potential Nexium Side Effects
Stomach Acid Link To Kidney Failure. Nexium (esomeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) manufactured by AstraZeneca that is used to treat gastric hyperacidity, as well as reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES), peptic ulcers, and heartburn. Although used by millions of people in the … [Read more...] about Kidney Failure Potential Nexium Side Effects
Studies May Indicate Nexium Kidney Failure Risk
Nexium Side Effect Complication. Nexium is a medication that millions of people depend on to alleviate suffering the burn and pain of reflux, GERD, and heartburn. However, this mediation may cause a kidney failure side effect. c is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat gastric hyperacidity. It is manufactured by … [Read more...] about Studies May Indicate Nexium Kidney Failure Risk
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
Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked To Fractures Lawsuits
Proton Pump Inhibitors May Cause Bone Fractures. Parker Waichman LLP offers free legal evaluations to victims Proton Pump Inhibitor injuries. If you or someone you know suffered injuries due to PPI use, we urge you to contact Parker Waichman LLP today for a free, no obligation PPI lawsuit evaluation. Proton pump inhibitors (PPI) … [Read more...] about Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked To Fractures Lawsuits
Common Heartburn Drugs May Increase Risk for Kidney Disease
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)—widely used heartburn medicines—may increase the risk for kidney disease. PPIs are sold under brand names, including Nexium, Prevacid and Prilosec, in both prescription and over-the-counter formulas. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) greatly reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach lining, and … [Read more...] about Common Heartburn Drugs May Increase Risk for Kidney Disease
Popular Acid Reflux Medications Associated with Serious Side Effects
Protein pump inhibitors, a class of widely used acid reflux medications that includes Nexium (esomeprazole), Prevacid (lansoprazole), and Prilosec (omeprazole). can have serious side effects. Dr. Shoshana J. Herzig of Harvard Medical School told the New York Times that they “are not the benign drugs the public thinks they are.” … [Read more...] about Popular Acid Reflux Medications Associated with Serious Side Effects
Nexium Lawsuit Claims PPI Caused Bone Deterioration, Fractures
Nexium Lawsuit Claims. An Ohio woman who took Nexium for years has filed suit in Texas federal court claiming the popular prescription heartburn drug caused her to suffer bone deterioration and fractures. The Nexium lawsuit accuses AstraZeneca, L.P. and AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, L.P. of negligence, negligent misrepresentation and … [Read more...] about Nexium Lawsuit Claims PPI Caused Bone Deterioration, Fractures
Plavix Users Should Avoid Heartburn Drugs
Plavix Users Should Avoid Heartburn Drugs. Plavix (clopidogrel) users are being warned by a group of heart experts to avoid some common heartburn drugs. HealthDay News is saying that patients taking the clot-preventing Plavix following stent implantation should stay away from PPIs, or proton pump inhibitors. Stents are … [Read more...] about Plavix Users Should Avoid Heartburn Drugs
