Daily Users of Proton Pump Inhibitors Have Double the Risk of COVID-19

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You should assume there’s a good reason or two why we have acidic stomach juice. One reason is to prevent infection. I see too many patients who are put on these drugs for a good reason, but they keep taking them after the drug has finished its job. An “as needed” H2 blocker like Pepcid may be a reasonable substitute for PPIs. Check with your personal physician.

I have nothing against Prilosec in particular. It can be very helpful. It’s one of several PPIs on the market.

Steve Parker, M.D.

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