Inappropriate use of proton pump inhibitor among elderly patients in British Columbia: what are the long-term adverse events?

CONCLUSION: This study revealed a high prevalence of PPI use among elderly populations in BC, Canada. The overutilization of PPIs is often a result of failure to re-evaluate the need for continuation of therapy. Published studies identified signals of serious harm from long-term PPI exposure. Healthcare providers with patients can reverse the relentless expansion of long-term PPI exposure by discussing the expected benefits and potential harms.PMID:37496243 | DOI:10.2174/1574886318666230726124540
Source: Current Drug Safety - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Source Type: research