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5th day on omeprazole for cough, how long shall i be on it? i don't wanna be dependent on it but it helps my cough. does it come back when stopped?

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Dr. You Sung Sang answered

Possible reflux: if it is helping your cough, then this may be an extra esophageal presentation of acid reflux. These tend to be chronic conditions and usually tend to need maintenance acid suppression therapy.

Dr Rochester agreed

Answered 2/27/2017

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A member asked:

5th day on omeprazole for cough, how long shall i be on it? i don't wanna be dependent on it but it helps my cough. does it come back when stopped?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. You Sung Sang answered

Dr Rochester agreed

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