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Can prilosec heal dyspepsia?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: It depends on what is causing dyspepsia. Some of that is acid related, in which Prilosec would help.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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