Popular Heartburn Meds Linked to Osteoporosis
Americans spend a whopping $13 billion a year on over-the-counter (OTC) antacids (acid neutralizers) and OTC and prescription proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which are the most popular heartburn medications on the market. It's estimated that more than 15% of the population are on PPIs.
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Prescription PPIs like Nexium, Dexilant,