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Can ppis cause frequent heart palpitations? on protonix 47 days, switched to nexium (esomeprazole). after 15 days the palps are out of control.

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Dr. Mark Gromisch answered

PALPITATIONS: To my knowledge all the ppi can cause tachycardia. If this is intolerably, try switching to a h2 blocker such as zantac (ranitidine) or tagamet. You might have to increase the dosage to get the same relief as a ppi.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 2/28/2019

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A member asked:

Can ppis cause frequent heart palpitations? on protonix 47 days, switched to nexium (esomeprazole). after 15 days the palps are out of control.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Gromisch answered

Dr Husar agreed

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