Acid Suppression Medication Linked With Increased Risk Of Hip Fracture
Sun, 31 Dec 2006 08:00 AM EST
... Use of the drugs proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for the treatment of acid-related diseases such as gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with a greater risk of hip fracture, according to a study in the December 27 issue of JAMA.Potent acid suppressive medications such as PPIs have revolutionized the management of acid-related diseases. [click link for full article] ...

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