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Is Omeprazole Safe While Having Pancreatic Stent?

I ve been taking plavix for 1 month per cardio Dr. two weeks ago, gastro Dr placed a pancreatic stent. His nurse advised me to begin 40mg omperazole to help relieve the very uncomfortable stomach issues since the stent placement. Is that safe? or advbisable? Thanks.
posted on Mon, 8 Sep 2014
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Hi,Omperazole is a PPI with function of antacid. You can safely took it as it has for few days as it has very few side effects.
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Is Omeprazole Safe While Having Pancreatic Stent?

Hi,Omperazole is a PPI with function of antacid. You can safely took it as it has for few days as it has very few side effects. Thanks