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Can sucralfate be taken long term by patients at a risk of esophogus cancer due to acid reflux?
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Yes but (answer #2): Sucralfate is adjunctive therapy that likely forms a coating over damaged tissue, in theory protecting the area from further injury. No drug is perfect however, so long-term safety and efficacy here may not achieve your goal.
Answered 7/19/2017
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