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How do proton pump inhibitors relieve heartburn?

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  1. Stacy Wiegman
     
    Stacy Wiegman answered:
    Proton pump inhibitors decrease the production of acid in the stomach, thereby treating the symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux.

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  2. Dr. Keri Peterson
     
    Dr. Keri Peterson answered:

    If antacids can't stand up to your heartburn, it may be time to reach for a proton pump inhibitor. In this video, internal medicine specialist and Dr. Oz Show guest Keri Peterson explains how proton pump inhibitors work.





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