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I have been on dexilant (dexlansoprazole) for almost 6 years, is this safe? i would like to get off it, i read something about it affecting arteries or heart

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Well!: I would assume your cardiologist placed you on this. You must have had stents placed I assume. Best to speak to your cardiologist. You have to be very cautious here

Answered 7/4/2016

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