Peer-Led Education Expedites Deprescribing Proton Pump Inhibitors for Appropriate Veterans

Costly proton pump inhibitors have been widely prescribed since the 1990s for prevention and treatment of ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Evidence published since 2012 demonstrates risks associated with taking proton pump inhibitors for longer than 8 weeks. Primary care providers mostly deprescribe proton pump inhibitors for persons not meeting criteria for long-term use. Many patients resist discontinuation.
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research