Warnings:This section is typically the longest one on the Drug Facts label. It tells you about any severe side effects or drug interactions that can occur and describes who should not use the drug. It tells you when to stop using the drug and when to consult your doctor and/or pharmacist...
While correlations are still being studied, studies have shown that people who take PPIs (like Prilosec or Nexium) long-term are at a higher risk for cardiovascular events like heart attack compared to those who do not take PPIs. This is thought to be due to the harmful effects of PPIs o...