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Can I take ppi for long years
I am having chronic indigestion and gastritis issue.
I feel better whenever I take medicine.
Even after following a good diet, the symptoms are recurrently coming.
Can I use PPI s for life long. I know it's having side effects. But comparing my current quality of life i am not worrying about the future side effects.
Please suggest any alter ways
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Normally gastritis gets corrected after taking ppi for around 15 days if the patient is not taking any other medicines such as antihypertensive or pain killers.On the absence of taking such medicines persistent gastritis may be due to H.pylorie infection,a bacteria which infect the inner lining of the stomach..I may suggest to do an endoscopy and do a card test for h.pylorie(the gastroenterologist who does the endoscopy generally also do the card test)..if comes positive take medicine for h.pylorie and your gastritis will get eventually corrected.
Uptill now according to my knowledge there are no major adverse effect of taking ppi for a prolonged period.
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Taking PPI for long time if it is not indicated like for barrette esophagus etc will cause certain issues related to loss of calcium and other minerals.
So you should not take it on regular basis
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You need to tested for H pylori infection as it might be a case of bacterial gastritis
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These details are not enough for giving better advices. Need medical histories to find out cause of gastritis
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if you are not suffering from any illness other than gastritis, kindly modifie your daily routine.
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Making proper diet
gap of 2 hrs after dinner and before going to bed
avoid junk,fried food
if symptoms recurring better to consult a gastroenterologist in person.
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It will cause indigestion, malabsorption, anemia, resistance if taken for the long term.
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I would like to know more detailed history about your symptoms to suggest something. if PPI and lifestyle changes don't help you after a long duration of treatment. I advise you to go for upper GI endoscopy. since it's a bit painful procedure I advise u to do it if only medical treatment fails.
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there is some alternative medication that can help your condition. Reach for alternative medication.
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Hello , Kindly consider having a Tele-Consultation with me on PRACTO App since adequate patient history is required for proper treatment and further follow up . Thank You
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You need proper evaluation and diagnosis and management of root cause of your health issues rather than symptomatic management
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please consult me on practo for further management
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No should not continue ppi for long as cause vit b12 deficiency and effects in bone on the long term .
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Continue ppi for a month along with lifestyle changes
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avoid eating food which increases acidity problem like spicy food , breads and all according to what works for u
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Go H .pylori test ,if positive hpylori medications to be started ..
manage stress which is one of main cause of gastritis..
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upper gi endoscopy may be required under the guidance of a medical gastroenterologist
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Don't take PPI when it is not necessary.it disturb the renal internal environment and can fail your kidney.
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consult and manage your gastritis issue
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Don't take tea/coffee on empty stomach.
life style changes along with dietary modification.
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Dnt worry. Long term use may cause minor digestive issues along with Vit B 12 deficiency which again needs to be supplemented. So instead of taking more medicines for the sake of one medicine you can go for other solutions. If they dnt work, then continue with PPI
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You should only take it for a month or two at a stretch as long term use slowly damages the wall of your gastrointestinal tract causing a different form of gastritis called atrophic gastritis which may inturn lead to more severe complications like Gastric carcinomas.
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No , ppi long term usage comes with complications such as hypomagnesemia and atropic gastritis
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Need a full history from lifestyle to diet and rule out infections to give proper treatment
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kindly avoid taking it if you're already taking more then a year
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Kindly receive
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No it’s not advisable to take it life long
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PPI are not d definite solution....u need lifestyle modification along with gastro opinion
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PPIs are not the only solution to your problem. Since you are giving a long history, looks like chronic gastritis due to an infection (very common). If not infection, we will have to look into other causes that are producing more acid in your stomach.
Please connect for a better understanding of your disease and treatment.
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Change lifestyle accordingly to maintain at minimum medicines.
Long term has side effects for sure. You can discuss in detail, you can minimise side effects by adjusting dose and changing medicine salts. Changing eating habits!!
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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No. You cannot use PPIs for life long.
Long term usage of PPI is not recommended.
You should first try and change your food habits.
This would improve your quality of life in the better run.
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To make a proper diagnosis more details required.
Kindly book an appointment for online consultation.
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With proper diagnosis and consultation you will surely have a better quality of life and hence feel free to reach out for a consultation
Your well being is my priority 🤗
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Mostly medication uses in Long term causes its side effects
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PPI can't be used for a very long time. It has its own side effects.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Please schedule an appointment for a proper evaluation and treatment plan.
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more than
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Long term use of PPI is associated with rebound acidity phenomenon,fractures , pneumonia though rare.To find the cause of your symptoms go for a upper GI endoscopy and get treated accordingly.
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are generally safe for short-term use, but long-term use can lead to potential risks and side effects.
Eat small, frequent meals
Avoid spicy, fatty, and fried foods
Stay hydrated with water and clear broths
Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
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12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Kindly connect
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
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Dr. Thresia Pereira
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37 yrs exp
Mumbai
Adjust your food habits
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Dr. Aishwarya Avhad
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Nashik
Hello, lifestyle modification is always preferred before medications! Which includes having plenty fluids, not sleeping right after dinner or lunch, less spicy food, and exercise or walk for 20-30 mins daily!
PPI does have long term side effects so rather than having self medications, have a visit to doctor(gastroenterologist)
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Visit gastro
Endoscopy can be done if required
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Avoid spicy food
Avoid sleeping right after meals
Avoid overeating
Exercise or walk daily for 20-40mins
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Dr. Konica gupta
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Try to first find out the exact cause of this issue you are facing as ppi cannot be used for life long
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Kindly consult a gastroenterologist
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
Rather than self medication, you should visit a doctor physically
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Dr. Kamlesh Kalsariya
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Avoid spicy food
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
Kindly consult
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Avoid spicy foods.
Avoid coffee and tea in empty stomach
Use more of curd and butter milk.
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Dr. V R Tindwani
Family Physician
51 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
It has so many side effects so avoid use beyond 3 months you can restart after gap And during gap periods some other medicines
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Mohammed Salman Mohiuddin
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No you should not as long term use have severe side effects
Better to consult gastroenterologist for better management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Have Sadvik diet
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Dr. Pawan Kumar Dutta
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
Not recommended for long term until there is any serious issue
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More history is required. Consult Doctor
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Try to avoid the factors causing Gastritis, Indigestion
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Dr. Bhawna Ohlyan
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Sagar
You should make changes in your diet and food habits , long term use of ppi could have some serious side effects on your health !
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Dr. Davra Kaushalkumar Dilipbhai
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Yes you can take
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
No it's not recommended for long time. U can take it some time.
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Dr. Mohammed Rehan Khan
Urologist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Not advisable for long term use
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