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cleo
06/27/08
cleo
Category:Acid Reflux Medication

does protonix increase osteoporosis

I was told after a test that I have osteoporis, and I heard that protonix can increase my osteoporosis. I have taken protonix for over 2 years now. 

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Hello everyone and welcome to the site! My name is Laura and I a...

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Long term use of proton pump inhibitors, like protonix, have been associated with calcium and vitamin loss. The loss of calcium would increase the risk of osteoporosis. Our nutritionist Jenn Rackley will be writing a post on this topic in an upcoming post. I will let you know when it's up on the site.

 

In the mean time, you can check out this article from Dr. Eisner for more information:

Proton Pump Inhibitors Found to Increase the Risk of Fractures - What Does This Mean for You and Your GERD?

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