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I have hypoparathyroidism, and h pylori. i' take calcium carbonate plus vit d. but i can't take ppi they drop my calcium any suggestions?
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H.pylori: Has the h pylori been properly treated to ensure eradication? If so, switching off ppi's and taking medications like zantac or pepcid may be an option. Your gastroenterologist can advise you best about this question. Apparently prolonged but not short term taking of ppi's reduces the absorption of calcium.
Answered 12/28/2017
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