Proton-pump inhibitors
Proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a class of drugs that profoundly suppress gastric acid secretion, and thus have become the treatment of choice for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease. PPIs are considered safe and effective. It is essential that clinicians understand the appr...
Main Author: | Vasudevan G. Naidoo |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2015-05-01
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Series: | South African Family Practice |
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Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/4288 |
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