Question

A 60-year-old woman with GERD and PPI use for 2 years is concerned about long-term risks. What do guidelines recommend?

Accepted Answer

Use the lowest effective PPI dose and reassess periodically; benefits outweigh potential risks when indicated

Answer

Stop immediately due to risk

Answer

Switch to H2RA in all long-term users

Answer

Add sucralfate long-term

Answer

Routine magnesium and B12 testing in all

Practice question

A 60-year-old woman with GERD and PPI use for 2 years is concerned about long-term risks. What do guidelines recommend?