PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS ADVERSE REACTIONS
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Abstract : The proton pump inhibitors are also very safe, but have been associated with rare but severe skin reactions. Patients should be sure to report any rash or change in the appearance of the skin when taking these drugs. The following adverse reactions are also possible: • stomach cramps • weakness • chest pain • constipation • diarrhea R
The proton pump inhibitors are also very safe, but have been associated with rare but severe skin reactions. Patients should be sure to report any rash or change in the appearance of the skin when taking these drugs.
The following adverse reactions are also possible:
• stomach cramps
• weakness
• chest pain
• constipation
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• gas pains
• headache
• nausea with or without vomiting
• itching
• blood in urine
The PPIs make some people feel drowsy, dizzy, lightheaded, or less alert. Anyone who takes these drugs should not drive, use heavy machinery, or do anything else that requires full alertness until they have found out how the drugs affect them. Before using proton pump inhibitors, people with liver disease should make sure their physicians are aware of their condition. Taking gastric acid reducers with certain other drugs may affect the way the drugs work or may increase the chance of side effects.
Side effects
The most common side effects of both types of gastric acid reducer are mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach or abdominal pain, dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, nervousness, sleep problems, and headache. The frequency of each type of problem varies with the specific drug selected and the dose. These problems usually go away as the body adjusts to the drug and do not require medical treatment unless they are bothersome. Serious side effects are uncommon with these medications, but may occur.
Patients should consult a physician immediately if they notice any of the following:
• skin rash or such other skin problems as itching, peeling, hives, or redness
• fever
• agitation or confusion
• hallucinations
• shakiness or tremors
• seizures or convulsions
• tingling in the fingers or toes
• pain at the injection site that lasts for some time after the injection
• pain in the calves that spreads to the heels
• swelling of the calves or lower legs
• swelling of the face or neck
• difficulty swallowing
• rapid heartbeat
• shortness of breath
• loss of consciousness
Other side effects may occur in rare instances. Anyone who has unusual symptoms after taking gastric acid inhibitors should get in touch with his or her physician.
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