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PPI for LPR

2020-12-18 08:50:20
Can PPI be taken for long time? I am diagnosed with Acid reflux (LPR) since 2 year, i am on PPI (rabeprazole 20mg daily) intermittently. When i stop it i get mucus, earpain and throat irritation. Do i have to take PPI for whole life?
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PPIs are not recommended for long term. What did your endoscopy report show?

Answered2020-12-18 13:43:31

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