Suggest Treatment For Nsaid Induced Gastritis

Posted on Mon, 1 Dec 2014

Question: Ive got gastritis from too much nsaids. Ive discontinued the nsaids, and am taking prilosec. Its been two days. When should it stop?

Follow up: Dr. Abubakar Siddiqh (5 minutes later)

Holy hell, 8 to 10 days?! It hurts like hell

Answered by Dr. Abubakar Siddiqh (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
7-15days

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

As per your details, NSAID induced gastritis can be managed with omeprazole (prilosec) for 7-15 days depending on symptoms. In case of severe form (erosive gastritis with bleeding), ppi inhibitors (omeprazole) can be taken for 6-8 weeks.

Hope this answers your question, if you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to assist you.

Wishing you good health.

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