Offer a full dose PPI for 4 to 8 weeks, then: o If clinical improvement has occurred then reduce the PPI dose to the lowest necessary to control symptoms and consider an 'as required' dosing …

Omeprazole is a type of medicine called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Proton pumps are enzymes in the lining of your stomach that help it make acid to digest food. Omeprazole …

Jul 31, 2024 · Patient Information including lifestyle advice and advice for stopping or stepping down PPI treatment for indigestion.

What are proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and what do they do? PPIs work to reduce acid production in the stomach. Large amounts of acid in the stomach can cause indigestion, acid regurgitation …

Inhibitor (PPI) treatment, apart from those considered to be at high risk e.g. those with previous ulceration; those on other medication harmful to the gastric or duodenal lining and the elderly. …

PPI use is associated with a number of adverse consequences including Clostridium difficile infection, community acquired pneumonia, osteoporosis, hypomagnesaemia and kidney …

Attachment 5: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI): Deprescribing algorithm (adults) Why is the patient prescribed a PPI? Does prescribing follow recommendations in NICE CG184? If unsure, find …

benefits of long-term PPI use outweigh the risks (e.g. Barrett’s Oesophagus, oesophageal stricture dilation, and gastro-protection for NSAID treatment). Assess on 10an individual basis …

clinical judgement should be used on an individual basis to assess the risks and benefits of long-term PPI use and included in shared decision-making discussions, with the lowest effective …

Three oral PPIs are available at Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust. The choice of PPI depends on the age and weight of the child and route of administration. See the …