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A new study shows that long-term use of prescription-strength heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec increases the risk of death.

Heartburn Drugs Linked to 50% Greater Risk of Death

A new study shows that long-term use of anti-heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec may increase the risk of death by up to 50% compared to antacids like Pepcid. Other studies have found significantly higher rates of kidney failure, stroke,...

/ July 5, 2017

Consumer Reports Highlights Kidney Risks of Nexium, Prilosec

Consumer Reports published two reports warning about the risk of severe kidney problems from anti-heartburn drugs used by millions of Americans.

/ June 27, 2016