Question

A 63-year-old man with a history of peptic ulcer disease is started on long-term NSAIDs for osteoarthritis. According to gastroprotection principles, which co-prescription is recommended to reduce the risk of upper GI bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Proton pump inhibitor daily

Answer

No additional medication is required

Answer

H2 receptor antagonist at bedtime only

Answer

Antacid as needed only

Answer

Sucralfate as monotherapy

Practice question

A 63-year-old man with a history of peptic ulcer disease is started on long-term NSAIDs for osteoarthritis. According to gastroprotection principles, which co-prescription is recommended to reduce the risk of upper GI bleeding?