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Title: Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked to Advanced Liver Disease in Those With Hep C
Post by: Hep Editors on March 28, 2018, 10:12:02 am

People with hepatitis C virus (HCV) who take proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have a higher risk of developing cirrhosis, decompensated cirrhosis (the more severe stage of the advanced liver disease) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC, the most common form of liver cancer).

PPIs are over-the-counter drugs used to treat conditions such as acid reflux and peptic ulcers and include medications such as Nexium (esomeprazole) and Prilosec (omeprazole).

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https://www.hepmag.com/article/proton-pump-inhibitors-linked-advanced-liver-disease-hep-c