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What is the danger in taking prilosec for longer than 14 days?

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Okay if indicated : Earlier fears or concerns about protons pump inhibitors use for long term have fizzled . However may increase respiratory infections and osteo when taking for prolonnged time.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not much: The reason warnings are placed on non-rx meds, is because users may not be under a physician's care, so they may not even be choosing the right diagnosis or therapy. Prilosec and related drugs have much greater benefits than risks.

Answered 9/8/2020

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