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Is it true that prolonged taking of ppi decreased life span?how long is considered long? & what's d alternative med if u reached the term allowed?
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PPIs: are not meant to be taken long term, beyond several months. Please check w/your doctor before changing medications. Consider using a good multi-strain probiotic or a natural product called DGL, a special type of licorice. Peace and good health.
Answered 7/19/2017
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