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What Are The Side Effects Of Long Term Use Of Omeprazole?
Question: Are there side effects from long term use of Omeprazole 20mg use everyday- I do have. Dr's perscription and it has worked unti I stop using it
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read carefully all your concerns and I can say that yes longter use of omeprazole may be associated with side effects like:
- bone fractures
- vit B12 deficiency
- pancreatitis
- renal issues
In clinical practice long term use of omeprazole means that the patient has used omeprazole for years without interruption .
This is why I recommend you to use low doses of omeprazole and antacids to get relief.
Also I recommend do not take omeprazole more than 3 months in a year.
Wish you all the best!
Dr.Klerida
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read carefully all your concerns and I can say that yes longter use of omeprazole may be associated with side effects like:
- bone fractures
- vit B12 deficiency
- pancreatitis
- renal issues
In clinical practice long term use of omeprazole means that the patient has used omeprazole for years without interruption .
This is why I recommend you to use low doses of omeprazole and antacids to get relief.
Also I recommend do not take omeprazole more than 3 months in a year.
Wish you all the best!
Dr.Klerida
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