minnie au msja proton pump inhibitors and vitamin b12 deficiency
Post on 08-Apr-2016
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Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed in the clinical setting and are known to have a safe side effect profile and high efficacy. Recent studies show a positive correlation between their long term use and adverse effects such as fractures, pneumonia and enteric infections. However these studies have inconclusive findings on PPI use leading to vitamin B12 deficiency.
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