A f t e r t h e H e a r t Tra n s p l a n t
Anti-Ulcer Medications Class
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
Brand (and generic) names
Nexium® (esomeprazole), Losec®, Prilosec® (omeprazole), Prevacid® (lansoprazole), Pantoloc®, Protonix® (pantoprazole)
What they do
Prevent and treat heartburn, indigestion and stomach ulcers.
Most common side effects
• Dizziness. • Diarrhea. • Nausea and vomiting.
Class
Histamine Antagonists
Brand (and generic) names
Zantac® (ranitidine), Pepcid® (famotidine), Axid® (nizatidine)
What they do
Prevent and treat heartburn, indigestion and stomach ulcers.
Most common side effects
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Brand (and generic) names
Carafate® (sucralfate), Mylicon®, Gas-X® (simethicone)
What it does
• Coats the throat and stomach to treat and prevent ulcers. • Simethicone helps to control gas.
Most common side effects
• Dry mouth. • Stomach pain. • Constipation.
Dizziness. Nausea and vomiting. Low platelet counts. Abnormal heart beats. Mood changes.
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