Andrew L. Rubman, ND
Southbury Clinic for Traditional Medicines
Acid blockers, such as Nexium, Prevacid and Prilosec, can lead to fractures in people with osteoporosis. Proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) are potent acid-blocking drugs prescribed for people with heartburn and chronic indigestion. Doctors often tell patients that they must take these drugs for life -- but long-term use can interfere with the body’s absorption of calcium and minerals, increasing the risk for broken bones and hip fractures.
Self-defense: Ask your doctor about alternatives, such as digestive enzyme combinations prescribed by naturopathic physicians. If you must take PPIs, ask about limiting their use to as short a time as possible.
Bottom Line/Personal interviewed Andrew L. Rubman, ND, adjunct professor of clinical medicine, Florida College of Integrative Medicine, Orlando, and director, Southbury Clinic for Traditional Medicines, Southbury, Connecticut. www.southburyclinic.com
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