Keep Patients on PPIs for Treating GERD Safe

February 2022

You play a key role in optimizing proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

PPIs are still the mainstay for severe or frequent GERD symptoms, such as heartburn or regurgitation 2 or more times/week.

Most patients will start with a standard-dose PPI (omeprazole 20 mg, etc) once daily 30 to 60 min before the first meal of the day.

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Table of Contents

COVID-19 Expect Questions About Paxlovid or Molnupiravir for COVID-19
Practice Don't Let Your Pharmacy Fall Victim to Scams
IBS Think of Trulance as Similar to Constella or Ibsrela for IBS-C
Med Safety Improve Safety When Searching for Med Names
Contraceptives Listen for Concerns About Contraception and COVID-19 Infection
Pediatrics Promote Appropriate Use of Antibiotics for Ear Infections
Women's Health Help Sort Through Products to Track Ovulation and Fertility
Metformin Be Aware of Strategies to Help Patients Succeed With Metformin
GERD Keep Patients on PPIs for Treating GERD Safe