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Isnt ppi like nexium (for acid reduction) and sucralfate (for covering effected area to allow healing)an ideal combo for stomach gastritis and ulcers?

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YES: however it should be noted that sucralfate REQUIRES SOME ACID to adhere to the affected area(s) Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 12/31/2020

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A member asked:

Isnt ppi like nexium (for acid reduction) and sucralfate (for covering effected area to allow healing)an ideal combo for stomach gastritis and ulcers?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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