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Suggest Treatment For Hiatus Hernia While On Losec
I have been taking medication to counter gurd, for more than 3 years originally Losec and in the last 5 years Somac I recently heard this tablet can interfere with the lining of blood vessels. I would like to take something more natural but effective,,,,,,Is this possible and am I at risk if I continue to take Somac. I also have an hiatus hernia (probably my main problem)
Tue, 15 Oct 2019
Hello,
Somac is a PPI inhibitor-containing pantoprazole. It is used in the therapy scheme of hyperacidity issues of the stomach including GERD.
Losec is also PPI inhibitor-containing omeprazole. So, both of them have the same side effects.
I think you should consult with a gastroenterologist for prolongation of the therapy with PPIs.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
Somac is a PPI inhibitor-containing pantoprazole. It is used in the therapy scheme of hyperacidity issues of the stomach including GERD.
Losec is also PPI inhibitor-containing omeprazole. So, both of them have the same side effects.
I think you should consult with a gastroenterologist for prolongation of the therapy with PPIs.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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