Doctor puts out omeprazole word of warning to anyone on the medication View 2 Images

ITV's resident medic and NHS GP, Dr Amir Khan, has issued a cautionary message to anyone taking a widely used medication called omeprazole. The drug is commonly prescribed to patients dealing with excessive stomach acid, which can trigger issues such as heartburn, acid reflux, and stomach ulcers, amongst other conditions.

Omeprazole is also recognised as a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It assists in alleviating symptoms and allows damaged digestive tissues an opportunity to heal. Achieving complete symptom relief may require several days to several weeks of consistent use, depending on the ailment being addressed.

Taking omeprazole long-term is generally considered safe for certain health conditions wh

See Full Page