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...]
FDA Orders Stronger Warnings to Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) Heartburn Medications
the warning labels on heartburn medications must be strengthened Stronger Warnings To Proton Pump Inhibitor. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered that the warning labels on certain acid reflux and heartburn medications be strengthened, more than three years after the advocacy group, Public Citizen, … [Read more...]
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...]
Plavix, PPI Combo Risky
Plavix and PPI Combination Risk. We have long been reporting on the risks associated with proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs such as Prilosec, Prevacid, Aciphex, Protonix, and Nexium when taken with the anti-platelet drug, Plavix. Most recently, we discussed the dangers of this combination in heart stent patients. Now, WebMD … [Read more...]
